How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Birmingham start from $12. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Northampton to Birmingham?

The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Birmingham is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Birmingham at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Northampton to Birmingham generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Northampton to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Northampton to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Northampton to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Northampton to Birmingham from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25pm	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	1h 30m	11:55pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	11:15pm	North Gate Bus Station	1h 15m	12:30am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	3:10am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 45m	4:55am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:10am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 45m	4:55am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:35am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	1h 55m	11:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	1h 40m	3:15am	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	11:15pm	North Gate Bus Station	1h 15m	12:30am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	3:10am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 45m	4:55am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	1h 30m	11:55pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	3:10am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 45m	4:55am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:25 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Northampton to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. 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

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $44	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $34	Average Duration1h 3m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $11	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Birmingham?

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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Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Airport
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B
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to customer reviews, the bus drivers were pleasant and professional throughout the journey. However, there were complaints about an unpleasant smell in the bus. Some customers also mentioned that they couldn't buy a ticket on their journey due to a malfunctioning machine. On a positive note, many customers praised the good price and excellent service provided by this company, especially considering unreliable train services. Additionally, while one driver was described as grumpy on the way there, another driver was cheerful on the return trip.

National Express Northampton Birmingham recent customer reviews

They came late with 1 hour and 10 minutes, and for that we almost lost the plain

Daniel P.

June 17, 2024

No option to bay a ticket on Journey when I was this morning on coach machine not working 😕

Imran M.

July 20, 2023

Bus driver was pleasant and professional, journey was as expected, smell in bus was neither pleasant or acceptable.

Brian A.

February 1, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,464 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Northampton to Birmingham by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Birmingham start from $12. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Northampton to Birmingham?
The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Birmingham is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Birmingham at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Northampton to Birmingham generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Northampton to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Northampton to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Northampton to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$9

11/27

$9

Today

$10

11/29

$10

11/30

$10

12/01

$9

12/02

$9

12/03

$9

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $20 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-01.