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What is the best way to travel from Northampton to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Manchester from Northampton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 39m
£60
£60
8
Bus
3h 0m
£19
£22
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Northampton?

You can get to Manchester with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £60
tomorrow
from £21
Friday
from £20
Saturday
from £23
Sunday
from £26
Monday
from £19
Tuesday

    Cheapest Trains today

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 39m
    0
    05:20
    Northampton
    Central Station
    07:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60
  • West Midlands Trains
    3h 23m
    0
    05:42
    Northampton
    Central Station
    09:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 47m
    0
    05:42
    Northampton
    Central Station
    08:29
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    10:00
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    13:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

What are the fastest trips from Northampton to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Northampton in just 2h 39m with a Train from West Midlands Trains. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 2h 39m
tomorrow
from 7h 50m
Friday
from 7h 50m
Saturday
from 7h 50m
Sunday
from 3h 0m
Monday
from 7h 50m
Tuesday

    Fastest Trains today

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 39m
    0
    05:20
    Northampton
    Central Station
    07:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 47m
    0
    05:42
    Northampton
    Central Station
    08:29
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60
  • West Midlands Trains
    3h 23m
    0
    05:42
    Northampton
    Central Station
    09:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £60

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    10:00
    Northampton
    Grange Park
    13:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Northampton
    Town Centre
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Northampton to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Northampton and Manchester?

In Northampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Town Centre or Grange Park, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Northampton? With 1 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Northampton and Manchester, you can pay as low as £19 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from West Midlands Trains: you will get to Manchester in just 2h 39m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Northampton and Manchester are West Midlands Trains and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Northampton and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Blisworth or to Salford, and look at flights from Coventry Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Northampton to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Northampton and Manchester, are West Midlands Trains and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: West Midlands Trains

All you need to know when you travel from Northampton to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Northampton to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Northampton to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Northampton?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Manchester from Northampton.

How far is Manchester from Northampton?

The distance between Northampton and Manchester is 164.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Northampton and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Northampton to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Northampton to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 2h 39m with a Train from West Midlands Trains.

More routes to Northampton and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Northampton and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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