Bus and Coach from Reading to Northampton: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Northampton

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

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£14

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£12

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	4h 45m	04:55	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	09:40	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 02/11/2026 04:55:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/11/2026 09:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
	FlixBus	4h 50m	20:40	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	01:30	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 02/11/2026 20:40:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/11/2026 01:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	4h 45m	04:55	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	09:40	Northampton	Grange Park		Economy	£12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 05/11/2026 04:55:00 to Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/11/2026 09:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
	FlixBus	4h 50m	20:40	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	01:30	Northampton	Town Centre		Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 05/11/2026 20:40:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/11/2026 01:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Northampton is £12 on 18/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Northampton

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Northampton are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Reading to Northampton. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Reading and Northampton.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 2 coaches from Reading to Northampton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Reading and Northampton, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Northampton

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Reading to Northampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Northampton starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	4h 45m
Earliest Coach	04:55
Latest Coach	20:40
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	87.1 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Northampton

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Northampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 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

Saturday 31/10

Sunday 01/11

Monday 02/11

£14

Tuesday 03/11

Wednesday 04/11

Thursday 05/11

£12

Friday 06/11

Saturday 07/11

Sunday 08/11

£20

Monday 09/11

£14

Tuesday 10/11

Wednesday 11/11

£13

Thursday 12/11

£12

Friday 13/11

Saturday 14/11

£14

Sunday 15/11

Monday 16/11

Tuesday 17/11

Wednesday 18/11

£12

Thursday 19/11

£12

Friday 20/11

Saturday 21/11

Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Northampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Northampton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £12, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Northampton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Northampton, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Northampton are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Northampton

These are the most booked bus companies between Reading to Northampton from our users.

FlixBus from Reading to Northampton

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Reading to Northampton:

Cheapest Price	£12
Fastest Coach	4h 45m
Earliest Coach	04:55
Last Coach	20:40
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	05/10/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Northampton

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

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Cemetery Junction Coach Stop

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 Reading to Northampton

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

FAQs about the Reading to Northampton bus

How much does a Reading - Northampton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Northampton bus trip is available from £12 and takes 4h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Northampton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £16. 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 Reading - Northampton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading 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 Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Northampton is provided by FlixBus and takes 4h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Northampton?

The earliest bus to Northampton departs from Reading at 04:55. 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 Reading to Northampton?

The latest bus to Northampton departs from Reading at 20:40. 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 Reading - Northampton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading 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 Reading and Northampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Northampton on your planned travel date.

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

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