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What is the best way to travel from Nottingham to Northampton?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains for the journey to Northampton from Nottingham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 5m
$24
$28
29
Train
2h 27m
$73
$73
6
Car
1h 10m
$10
$13
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Northampton from Nottingham?

You can get to Northampton with just $10 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $14
Sunday
from $10
Monday
from $27
Tuesday
from $24
Wednesday
from $27
Thursday
from $27
Friday
from $27

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Nottingham
    10:30 AM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:35 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    3:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 32m
    0
    8:07 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    10:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $73
  • CrossCountry
    2h 28m
    0
    8:41 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:09 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $73
  • CrossCountry
    2h 32m
    0
    9:07 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $73
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 27m
    0
    8:12 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    10:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $73

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Nottingham
    3:00 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Nottingham
    10:30 AM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    7:40 PM
    Nottingham
    8:50 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    7:20 PM
    Nottingham
    8:30 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:20 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    3:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    4:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    5:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    1:45 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    5:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    11:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:20 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    3:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    4:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    5:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    11:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    11:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    8:50 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32

What are the fastest trips from Nottingham to Northampton?

You can get to Northampton from Nottingham in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 1h 10m
Sunday
from 1h 10m
Monday
from 2h 25m
Tuesday
from 2h 15m
Wednesday
from 2h 25m
Thursday
from 2h 25m
Friday
from 2h 25m

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Nottingham
    10:30 AM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:35 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 33m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    1:25 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 27m
    0
    8:12 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    10:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $73
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 27m
    0
    9:12 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $73
  • CrossCountry
    2h 28m
    0
    8:41 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:09 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $73
  • CrossCountry
    2h 32m
    0
    8:07 AM
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    10:39 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $73

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Nottingham
    3:00 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Nottingham
    10:30 AM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    7:40 PM
    Nottingham
    8:50 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    7:20 PM
    Nottingham
    8:30 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:20 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    3:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    4:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    5:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    5:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    4h 33m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    1:25 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:20 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    3:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    4:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    5:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    4h 33m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    1:25 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    4h 33m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    1:25 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    4:50 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nottingham
    University South Entrance
    9:30 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Bus Station
    8:50 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Nottingham to Northampton

What are the most popular stations in Nottingham and Northampton?

In Nottingham, you will usually depart from Central Station, Beeston Centre or Bulwell Tram Stop, while in Northampton you will be arriving at Town Centre, London Road/A508 or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Northampton from Nottingham? With 6 connections between 5 Carpool, Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Nottingham and Northampton, you can pay as low as $10 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Northampton in just 1h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Nottingham and Northampton are National Express, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Nottingham and Northampton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Heckmondwike or to Blisworth, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at Coventry Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Nottingham to Northampton?

The most popular companies between Nottingham and Northampton, are National Express, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway

All you need to know when you travel from Nottingham to Northampton

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nottingham to Northampton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Nottingham to Northampton

How can I reach Northampton from Nottingham?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Northampton from Nottingham.

How far is Northampton from Nottingham?

The distance between Nottingham and Northampton is 50.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Nottingham and Northampton?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 14 kgs, and a flight 20 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Nottingham to Northampton?

You can get to Northampton with just $10 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Northampton?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Northampton in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Nottingham and to Northampton

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Nottingham and to Northampton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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