Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Northampton (Grange Park - Saxon Avenue) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park ) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:42 GMT.
Get from Chester to Northampton
The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just €12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chester and Northampton?
Stops in Chester
- ASt Oswalds Way, Chester CH1 3HY, UK
- B
Delamere St Bus Station - Chester
21 Delamere St, Chester CH1 4DS, UK - C
Chester Zoo - Bus Terminal
Chester Zoo, Chester CH2 1LE, UK
Stops in Northampton
- A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4 - B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK - C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK - D15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 12160 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at €12
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chester 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 Chester to Northampton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chester to Northampton start from €12. The average price for this route is around €17. 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 Chester to Northampton?
The average bus journey time from Chester to Northampton is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 172 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chester to Northampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chester to Northampton?
The earliest bus departs from Chester to Northampton at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chester to Northampton?
A bus journey from Chester 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.
The cheapest trip from Chester to Northampton was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chester to Northampton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €13 to €29 for a bus ticket from Chester to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €26, which is on 2026-01-29.
