Bus Swindon to Northampton: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swindon to Northampton

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Swindon to Northampton from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today

$19

tomorrow

Saturday

$22

Sunday

$23

Monday

Tuesday

$35

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 30m	12:10 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	5:40 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/29/2026 12:10:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/29/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	5h 10m	4:45 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	9:55 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/29/2026 4:45:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/29/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	5h 55m	6:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	11:55 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/29/2026 6:00:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/29/2026 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	5h 55m	8:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:55 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/29/2026 8:00:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/30/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 10m	4:45 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	9:55 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/31/2026 4:45:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/31/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	5h 55m	6:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	11:55 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/31/2026 6:00:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/31/2026 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	5h 55m	7:15 AM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:10 PM	Northampton	Grange Park	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/31/2026 7:15:00 AM to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 1/31/2026 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	5h 20m	8:35 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:55 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 1/31/2026 8:35:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/1/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 35m	6:20 AM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	10:55 AM	Northampton	Grange Park	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/1/2026 6:20:00 AM to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/1/2026 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	7:15 AM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:10 PM	Northampton	Grange Park	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/1/2026 7:15:00 AM to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/1/2026 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	5h 55m	6:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	11:55 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/1/2026 6:00:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/1/2026 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	5h 20m	8:35 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:55 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/1/2026 8:35:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/2/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	5h 55m	8:00 PM	Swindon	Central Bus Station	1:55 AM	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/3/2026 8:00:00 PM to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/4/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Swindon to Northampton via Leicester, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  8h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:10 AM
  
  Swindon
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:35 PM
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Swindon (United Kingdom) at 2/3/2026 8:10:00 AM to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/3/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
- FlixBus
  
  0h 50m
  
  0
  
  3:45 PM
  
  Leicester
  Fosse Park
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Northampton
  Grange Park
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $11
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 2/3/2026 3:45:00 PM to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/3/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Swindon to Northampton is $16 on 2/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swindon and Northampton

See here how frequent the connections between Swindon and Northampton are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Swindon to Northampton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Swindon and Northampton.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 7 buses from Swindon to Northampton, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Swindon and Northampton, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Swindon to Northampton

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Swindon to Northampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swindon to Northampton starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	4h 35m
Earliest Bus	6:20 AM
Latest Bus	8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	60.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Swindon to Northampton

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Swindon for Northampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

$19

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

$33

Sunday 02/01

$35

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

$35

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

$16

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

$19

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Swindon to Northampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Swindon to Northampton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Swindon to Northampton. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $34.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swindon to Northampton, with $19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $23.

How to save money travelling from Swindon to Northampton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Swindon to Northampton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Swindon to Northampton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Swindon to Northampton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Swindon and Northampton

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Swindon and Northampton.

Central Bus Station

New Bridge Cl

Stratton Park

A420 Oxford Road

Queen's Drive

Central Station

Coate Water

Marlborough Road

Grange Park

School Lane

Town Centre

Victoria Street 1

Far Cotton

London Road 80

Services

M1 Motorway Service Area

London Road/A508

London Road 318

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swindon to Northampton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Swindon to Northampton? Or which bus companies serve the route Swindon to Northampton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Swindon to Northampton bus

How much does a Swindon Northampton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 5h 30m to reach Northampton. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Swindon to Northampton?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $35. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Northampton.

On average, how many connections are available from Swindon to Northampton each day?

Every day, the Swindon to Northampton bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Swindon to Northampton take?

The fastest bus from Swindon to Northampton is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $25. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swindon to Northampton?

The earliest bus arriving in Northampton from Swindon starts at 6:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Swindon to Northampton?

The latest bus trip departing from Swindon for Northampton starts at 8:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Swindon Northampton route?

When traveling by bus from Swindon to Northampton, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Northampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Swindon and Northampton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Swindon to Northampton bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Swindon Northampton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Swindon Northampton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Swindon to Northampton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swindon to Northampton?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Swindon to Northampton

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Swindon and to Northampton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Swindon and to Northampton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!