Bus Tickets from Northampton to Leicester

TodayAug 6
from US$17
TomorrowAug 7
from US$17
FriAug 8
from US$18
SatAug 9
from US$19
SunAug 10
from US$17
MonAug 11
from US$17
TueAug 12
WedAug 13

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton Grange Park
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Northampton
    Departure location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Northampton to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$35Average Duration1h 5m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$8 - US$9Average Duration50m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Northampton to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
50mAverage Duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Northampton to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$19
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 5m
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance47 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Northampton to Leicester Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Northampton to Leicester.

Bus service from Northampton to Leicester will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Leicester from Northampton, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Northampton - Leicester

  1. What is the travel distance from Northampton to Leicester?

    The distance between Northampton and Leicester is approximately 47 km (29 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Northampton to Leicester?

    Buses departing from Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av) in Northampton will take you to St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station in Leicester.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-04
US$14
08-05
US$14
Today
US$14
08-07
US$14
08-08
US$14
08-09
US$17
08-10
US$14
08-11
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Northampton to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Northampton to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$46 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-08-08.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Northampton to Leicester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Northampton to Leicester.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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