How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Northampton?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Northampton start from £16. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Northampton?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Northampton is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 100 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Northampton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Northampton?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Northampton at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Northampton?

A bus journey from Manchester to Northampton produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Manchester to Northampton from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Northampton on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35	Manchester Airport	8h	19:35	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Shudehill	3h	20:00	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Fastest
Bus	14:50	Shudehill	3h 5m	17:55	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Northampton on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:50	Shudehill	3h 5m	17:55	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Shudehill	3h	20:00	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	8h 30m	09:15	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	No tags
Bus	11:35	Manchester Airport	8h	19:35	Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Northampton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 47mAverage duration

102 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£16 - £102	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£28 - £51	Average duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £24	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Northampton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11465 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £16

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Northampton

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Northampton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Northampton start from £16. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Northampton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Northampton is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 100 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Northampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Northampton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Northampton at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Northampton?
A bus journey from Manchester to Northampton produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

26/11

£15

27/11

£17

Today

£25

29/11

£16

30/11

£27

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Northampton was searched and found on 26 Nov 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 Manchester to Northampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £43 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-11-29.