Birmingham to Northampton by bus
Northampton lies 74 km (46 mi) east of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 90 km (56 mi) of road.
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| Birmingham | Northampton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 245,899 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 97 m (318 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | NN1 |
Where to book buses from Birmingham to Northampton
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Staying in Northampton
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Common questions
How far is Northampton from Birmingham?
74 km (46 mi) in a straight line, east of Birmingham; by road roughly 90 km (56 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Northampton by bus?
About 1 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Northampton?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.