Bus Tickets from Cardiff to Northampton

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 20 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 20 at
    Destination city: Northampton
    Destination location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 20 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 20 at
    Destination city: Northampton
    Destination location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 20 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 20 at
    Destination city: Northampton
    Destination location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 20 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Northampton
    Destination location: Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Northampton

Bus
Average PriceUS$35 - US$73Average Duration7h 10m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$27 - US$27Average Duration2h 50m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to Northampton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Northampton: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$45
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 10m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure6:05am
Distance178 km
Latest bus departure5:15pm

Cardiff to Northampton Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Northampton

  1. How far is Cardiff from Northampton?

    It's about 180 km (112 miles) from Cardiff to Northampton.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cardiff to Northampton?

    Buses departing from Sophia Gardens in Cardiff will take you to Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av) in Northampton.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Northampton was searched and found on Aug 20, 2025 with a price of US$32

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cardiff and Northampton!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cardiff to Northampton.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Northampton.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cardiff to Northampton while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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