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Which bus from Colchester to Northampton is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Colchester to Northampton. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £45
tomorrow
from £35
Sunday
from £35
Monday
Tuesday
from £29
Wednesday
Thursday
from £26

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    14:50
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    08:25
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    17:00
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:15
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    14:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    21:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    23:20
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Northampton via London, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      16:30
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      19:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      21:00
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      22:20
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    21:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    03:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    14:35
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    08:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:45
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:00
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    14:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    21:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Northampton via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      16:30
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      19:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      21:00
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      22:20
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    21:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    03:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    08:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:45
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    14:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    21:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    16:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    23:20
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    14:35
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Northampton via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      16:30
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      19:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      21:00
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      22:20
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    21:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    03:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    14:35
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:15
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    14:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    21:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    23:20
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Northampton via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      16:30
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      19:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      21:00
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      22:20
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    21:35
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    03:25
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    23:20
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    06:05
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    14:35
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    08:25
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    16:50
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Colchester
    East Hill House
    19:15
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Northampton via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      16:30
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      19:00
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      21:00
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      22:20
      Northampton
      Town Centre
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £7

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Colchester and Northampton?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Colchester to Northampton. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Colchester to Northampton. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Colchester and Northampton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 15 coaches from Colchester to Northampton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Northampton, with 4 offers.

All facts for Colchester to Northampton bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 5 times by bus from Colchester to Northampton in one click. Book your Colchester to Northampton bus ticket starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 5h 50m
Earliest Coach 06:05
Latest Coach 21:35
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 129.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Colchester to Northampton?

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Northampton. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 25/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 21/04
Tuesday 22/04
Wednesday 23/04
Thursday 24/04
Friday 25/04
£45
Saturday 26/04
£35
Sunday 27/04
£35
Monday 28/04
Tuesday 29/04
£29
Wednesday 30/04
Thursday 01/05
£26
Friday 02/05
£34
Saturday 03/05
Sunday 04/05
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 06/05
Wednesday 07/05
Thursday 08/05
Friday 09/05
Saturday 10/05
Sunday 11/05
Monday 12/05
Tuesday 13/05
Wednesday 14/05
Thursday 15/05
Friday 16/05
Saturday 17/05
Sunday 18/05

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Northampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Northampton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Northampton. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £44.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Northampton, with £26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £40.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Northampton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Colchester 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 coach from Colchester 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 Colchester to Northampton are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Colchester to Northampton?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Colchester to Northampton timetable.

National Express from Colchester to Northampton

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Colchester to Northampton:

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 5h 50m
Earliest Coach 06:05
Last Coach 21:35
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 22/04/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Northampton

Here is a map with all coach stations in Colchester and Northampton. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Colchester to Northampton? Compare all modes of transports from Colchester to Northampton.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Colchester to Northampton

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Colchester to Northampton. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Colchester to Northampton bus

How much does a Colchester Northampton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester Northampton bus trip is available from £26 and takes 5h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Northampton.

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

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Northampton is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Northampton from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Northampton is provided by National Express and takes 5h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £35. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Northampton?

The earliest bus to Northampton departs from Colchester at 06:05. 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 Colchester to Northampton?

The latest bus to Northampton departs from Colchester at 21:35. 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 Colchester Northampton route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Northampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester 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: National Express.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester to Northampton on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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