🚌 Bus from Leicester to Northampton
2 direct routes · about 80 min · first bus 13:25, last bus 17:30 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK900 | FlixBus | ~80 min | 3 | 13:25 | 17:30 | St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SB) |
| N01 | National Express | ~55 min | 1 | 11:50 | 11:50 | St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Leicester on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Leicester to Northampton?
2 routes run directly from Leicester to Northampton: the UK900 (FlixBus), the N01 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Leicester to Northampton?
Around 80 minutes on the UK900, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Leicester to Northampton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the UK900) leaves around 13:25 and the last around 17:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Leicester to Northampton?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.