What is the distance between Nottingham and Northampton?

About 50 miles (81 km) separate Nottingham and Northampton.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nottingham to Northampton?

If you're headed to Northampton from Nottingham, chances are that your bus will leave from Coach Station and arrive at Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Nottingham to Northampton from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Northampton on October 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:30am	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 5m	4:35am	Northampton Grange Park	Cheapest
1:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 50m	3:20am	Northampton Grange Park	Fastest
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
4:45am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 45m	9:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Northampton on October 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:15am	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 5m	3:20am	Northampton Grange Park	Cheapest
6:10pm	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 25m	7:35pm	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Fastest
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
1:15am	University of Nottingham	2h 20m	3:35am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	No tags
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Northampton on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:50pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 50m	5:40pm	Northampton Grange Park	Cheapest
2:00am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 45m	3:45am	Northampton Grange Park	Fastest
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 25m	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 25m	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
5:05am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 25m	9:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Northampton on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 5m	5:05am	Northampton Grange Park	Cheapest
6:10pm	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 25m	7:35pm	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Fastest
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 25m	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags
1:15am	University of Nottingham	2h 20m	3:35am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	No tags
2:25am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 25m	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nottingham to Northampton.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $45	Average Duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $15	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Nottingham to Northampton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nottingham to Northampton: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$28

Average bus trip duration2h 8m

Number of daily buses33

Earliest bus departure1:15am

Distance54 miles (86 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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National Express

4/529,616 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29616 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $16

National Express Nottingham Northampton recent customer reviews

Bus was over an hour late, arrived 1hour 20 late, meaning we all missed the start of the rugby game and had to pay for taxis to take us there

Jake A.

February 22, 2020

Bus was very late, wasn’t apologetic and just didn’t really seem happy at all to have to set off driving

Indiea H.

October 3, 2018

After waiting 2 hours at liester was cold not a lot of informatiin and had to have a taxi to northampton that was appreitioated . But not at all happy

Frances P.

April 14, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/510,745 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Nottingham to Northampton Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Northampton?

Stops in Nottingham

A - Coach Station

B - 34 Long Row W

C - 33 Derby Rd

Stops in Northampton

A - Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)

B - Northampton Coach Station

C - Greyfriars Bus Station

D - Northampton Rothersthorpe

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nottingham - Northampton

What is the distance between Nottingham and Northampton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nottingham to Northampton?

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

Best price found

09/29

$17

09/30

$17

Today

$17

10/02

$17

10/03

$19

10/04

$17

10/05

$19

10/06

$15

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Northampton was searched and found on Oct 6, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $54 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-10-06.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Nottingham to Northampton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Nottingham to Northampton, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Nottingham to Northampton that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Nottingham to Northampton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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Bus Tickets from Nottingham to Northampton

Next departures

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Bus Nottingham to Northampton: Trip Overview

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National Express Nottingham Northampton recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Northampton?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nottingham - Northampton

What is the distance between Nottingham and Northampton?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nottingham to Northampton?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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