What is the best way to travel from Wakefield to Northampton?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Northampton from Wakefield. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Northampton from Wakefield?
You can reach Northampton with just £17 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express5h 40m017:30WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 17:30:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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National Express6h 10m007:15WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 07:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express6h 10m007:15WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 07:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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National Express5h 50m007:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 07:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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National Express5h 35m017:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 17:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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BlaBlaCar2h 0m008:20Wakefield10:20Northampton0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 08:20:00 to , Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
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National Express5h 50m007:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 07:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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National Express5h 35m017:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 17:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Wakefield to Northampton?
You can get to Northampton from Wakefield in just 2h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express5h 40m017:30WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 17:30:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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National Express6h 10m007:15WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 07:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express6h 10m007:15WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 07:15:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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National Express5h 35m017:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 17:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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National Express5h 50m007:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 07:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Fastest Buses Friday
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BlaBlaCar2h 0m008:20Wakefield10:20Northampton0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 08:20:00 to , Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
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National Express5h 35m017:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park23:10NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 17:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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National Express5h 50m007:35WakefieldWooley Edge South Coach Park13:25NorthamptonTown Centre0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Wooley Edge South Coach Park, Wakefield (United Kingdom) at 28/12/2025 07:35:00 to Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Wakefield to Northampton
What are the most popular stations in Wakefield and Northampton?
In Wakefield, you will usually depart from Westgate Station, Kirkgate Train Station or Normanton Train Station, while in Northampton you will be arriving at Central Station, Town Centre or London Road/A508, 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 Northampton from Wakefield? With 2 connections between 2 Bus and Carpool 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 Wakefield and Northampton, you can pay as low as £17 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Northampton in just 2h 0m.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 Wakefield and Northampton are National Express and BlaBlaCar, 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 Wakefield and Northampton 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 Stanley or to Blisworth, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Coventry 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 Wakefield to Northampton?
The most popular companies between Wakefield and Northampton, are National Express and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
All you need to know when you travel from Wakefield to Northampton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Wakefield to Northampton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Wakefield to Northampton
How can I reach Northampton from Wakefield?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Northampton from Wakefield.
How far is Northampton from Wakefield?
The distance between Wakefield and Northampton is 165.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Wakefield and Northampton?
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 Wakefield to Northampton?
You can get to Northampton with just £17 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Northampton?
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 Northampton in just 2h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Wakefield and to Northampton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Wakefield and to Northampton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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- London to Wakefield
- Manchester to Wakefield
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- Barnsley to Northampton
- Basingstoke to Northampton
- Birmingham to Northampton
- Brighton to Northampton
- Derby to Northampton
- Glasgow to Northampton
- Leeds to Northampton
- Leicester to Northampton
- Liverpool to Northampton
- London Gatwick Airport to Northampton
- London Heathrow Airport to Northampton
- London Stansted Airport to Northampton
- London to Northampton
- Luton Airport to Northampton
- Luton to Northampton
- Manchester Airport to Northampton
- Nottingham to Northampton
- Oxford to Northampton
- Reading to Northampton
- Sheffield to Northampton
- Worksop to Northampton
