Bus from Bedford to Northampton
1 direct route · about 73 min · first bus 06:12, last bus 16:12 (weekdays).
Next buses to Northampton as of 18:15
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Bedford, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Grant Palmer | ~73 min | 6 | Wednesday to Saturday only | 06:12 | 16:12 | Alexandra Road (opp) | Northampton Bus Interchange (Bay 14) | Biddenham, Bromham, Turvey, Cold Brayfield, Lavendon, Olney & 4 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bedford on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 41 bus timetable.
Fares from Bedford to Northampton
- £3.00 adult single on the 41 (Grant Palmer)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bedford to Northampton?
The 41 (Grant Palmer) runs directly from Bedford to Northampton. Board at Alexandra Road (opp) and get off at Northampton Bus Interchange (Bay 14); the journey takes about 73 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Bedford to Northampton?
Around 73 minutes on the 41, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Biddenham, Bromham, Turvey, Cold Brayfield and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Bedford to Northampton?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:12 and the last around 16:12. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bedford to Northampton?
An adult single from Bedford to Northampton is £3.00 on the 41 (Grant Palmer), from Alexandra Road (opp) to Northampton Bus Interchange (Bay 14). Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.