Bus and Coach from Preston to Northampton: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Northampton

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Preston to Northampton from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

£27

Saturday

£21

Sunday

Monday

£15

Tuesday

Wednesday

£15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 30m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	21:45	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/10/2026 14:15:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/10/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	FlixBus	10h 5m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:20	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/10/2026 14:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/10/2026 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Northampton via Manchester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  7h 30m
  
  0
  
  14:15
  
  Preston
  Coach Station
  
  15:20
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 31/10/2026 14:15:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/10/2026 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  4h 15m
  
  0
  
  17:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  21:45
  
  Northampton
  Grange Park
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 31/10/2026 17:30:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/10/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 30m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	21:45	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 31/10/2026 14:15:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/10/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	FlixBus	10h 5m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:20	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 31/10/2026 14:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/11/2026 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 30m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	21:45	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/11/2026 14:15:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/11/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	FlixBus	10h 5m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:20	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/11/2026 14:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/11/2026 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 30m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	21:45	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 04/11/2026 14:15:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/11/2026 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	FlixBus	10h 5m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:20	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 04/11/2026 14:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/11/2026 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Preston to Northampton is £15 on 04/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Preston to Northampton

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Preston to Northampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Northampton starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus	£15
Fastest Bus	7h 30m
Earliest Coach	14:15
Latest Coach	14:15
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	207.8 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Preston to Northampton

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Preston for Northampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 29/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 26/10

Tuesday 27/10

Wednesday 28/10

Thursday 29/10

Friday 30/10

£27

Saturday 31/10

£21

Sunday 01/11

Monday 02/11

£15

Tuesday 03/11

Wednesday 04/11

£15

Thursday 05/11

Friday 06/11

Saturday 07/11

£18

Sunday 08/11

£19

Monday 09/11

Tuesday 10/11

Wednesday 11/11

£17

Thursday 12/11

Friday 13/11

Saturday 14/11

Sunday 15/11

£23

Monday 16/11

£17

Tuesday 17/11

Wednesday 18/11

£16

Thursday 19/11

£19

Friday 20/11

£24

Saturday 21/11

£18

Sunday 22/11

How to save money travelling from Preston to Northampton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Preston to Northampton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Preston to Northampton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Preston to Northampton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Northampton

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Preston and Northampton.

Coach Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Little Oaks Coach Stop

Little Oaks Little Oaks

Fulwood

Garstang Rd

Grange Park

School Lane

Town Centre

Victoria Street 1

Far Cotton

London Road 80

London Road/A508

London Road 318

Services

M1 Motorway Service Area

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Northampton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Preston to Northampton? Or which bus companies serve the route Preston to Northampton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Preston to Northampton bus

How much does a Preston - Northampton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Preston - Northampton bus trip is available from £15 and takes 7h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Preston to Northampton?

The connection Preston to Northampton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £38. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Preston - Northampton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Preston to Northampton is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Northampton from Preston take?

The quickest coach from Preston to Northampton is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Northampton?

The earliest bus to Northampton departs from Preston at 14:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Preston to Northampton?

The latest bus to Northampton departs from Preston at 14:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Preston - Northampton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Preston to Northampton can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Northampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston and Northampton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Northampton from Preston?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Preston Northampton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Preston Northampton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Preston to Northampton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Preston to Northampton?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Preston to Northampton

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Preston and to Northampton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Preston and to Northampton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!