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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Northampton from Luton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Bus is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 45m
$17
$19
109
Train
1h 39m
$42
$55
6
Car
1h 30m
$7
$7
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What is the cheapest way to reach Northampton from Luton?

You can get to Northampton with just $7 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.

Tuesday
from $17
Wednesday
from $17
Thursday
from $17
Friday
from $18
Saturday
from $7
Sunday
from $17
Monday
from $17

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    12:50 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    3:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    12:55 AM
    Northampton
    Far Cotton
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    12:50 AM
    Northampton
    London Road/A508
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    12:55 AM
    Northampton
    Far Cotton
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 51m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 7m
    0
    8:49 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    10:56 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 44m
    0
    9:41 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    12:25 PM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 39m
    0
    6:46 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    8:25 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $42

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    12:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    3:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    11:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    6:30 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $7
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 21m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    7:55 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 52m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    8:26 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    5h 43m
    0
    12:10 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    5:53 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $85
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 50m
    0
    4:08 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    6:58 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $85

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    11:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

What are the fastest trips from Luton to Northampton?

You can get to Northampton from Luton in just 0h 45m with a Bus from National Express. 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.

Tuesday
from 1h 10m
Wednesday
from 0h 45m
Thursday
from 1h 0m
Friday
from 1h 25m
Saturday
from 1h 0m
Sunday
from 1h 0m
Monday
from 1h 0m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    3:25 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    12:50 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Luton
    Interchange
    11:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    12:50 AM
    Northampton
    London Road/A508
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    12:55 AM
    Northampton
    Far Cotton
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    12:50 AM
    Northampton
    London Road/A508
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 39m
    0
    6:46 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    8:25 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 51m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 7m
    0
    8:49 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    10:56 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 13m
    0
    7:12 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    9:25 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $42

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    11:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    2h 30m
    0
    3:40 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    6:10 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    6:30 PM
    Northampton
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $7
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 21m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    7:55 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 44m
    0
    4:38 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    7:22 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $85
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 50m
    0
    4:08 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    6:58 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $85
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 52m
    0
    5:34 AM
    Luton
    Central Station
    8:26 AM
    Northampton
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from $42

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    11:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    12:50 PM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Luton
    Interchange
    1:05 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Luton
    Challney
    9:35 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    2:45 AM
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Luton to Northampton

What are the most popular stations in Luton and Northampton?

In Luton, you will usually depart from Interchange, Bus Station or Church Street, while in Northampton you will be arriving at Central Station, Town Centre or London Road/A508, 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 Luton? With 6 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 Luton and Northampton, you can pay as low as $7 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 Bus from National Express: you will get to Northampton in just 0h 45m.

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 Luton and Northampton are National Express, FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), 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 Luton 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 Luton Airport or to Blisworth, and look at flights from London Heathrow 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 Luton to Northampton?

The most popular companies between Luton and Northampton, are National Express, FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and East Midlands Railway

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Luton 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 Luton to Northampton

How can I reach Northampton from Luton?

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

How far is Northampton from Luton?

The distance between Luton and Northampton is 32.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Luton 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 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.

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

You can get to Northampton with just $7 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton 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 0h 45m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Luton and to Northampton

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

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