How to get from Northampton to Nottingham by bus and train?

Northampton to Nottingham - Bus Timetable

The X7 bus from Northampton to Nottingham runs from 05:10 to 19:15, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Northampton to Nottingham by bus and train

To get from Northampton to Nottingham in East Midlands, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X7 bus from Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton station to The Square, Market Harborough station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train and finally take the TRAM bus from Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham station to High School Tram Stop, Arboretum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Northampton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Nottingham on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X7X7
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Bus - TRAMTRAM
Walk to Nottingham
Leaves from Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton
    ID nthdwdtw
    720 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - X7X7
    Wait for bus
    X7
    Market Harborough
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Square, Market Harborough
    ID leijmtmd
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Market Harborough
    800 m • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAYEAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Nottingham
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nottingham
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham
    ID ntmwtpaw
    150 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - TRAMTRAM
    Wait for bus
    TRAM
    Hucknall
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High School Tram Stop, Arboretum
    ID ntmatwam
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nottingham
    Walk to
    Nottingham
    880 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Northampton to Nottingham

The distance between Northampton, East Midlands and Nottingham, East Midlands is approximately 104.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northampton to Nottingham by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Midlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Northampton to Nottingham

To check the bus and train timetable from Northampton to Nottingham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northampton) and destination (Nottingham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northampton to Nottingham?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line X7, Train line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY, Bus line TRAM.

  • Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Nottingham in East Midlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northampton to Nottingham in East Midlands?

    The X7 bus line goes from Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton station near Northampton to The Square, Market Harborough station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till The Square, Market Harborough station near Nottingham in East Midlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northampton to Nottingham in East Midlands by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Northampton and Nottingham in East Midlands by bus and train is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Northampton to get to Nottingham in East Midlands?

    Get on the X7 bus from the Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton stop near Northampton in East Midlands.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Northampton and Nottingham in East Midlands?

    Get off the bus at the The Square, Market Harborough stop, which is closest to Nottingham in East Midlands.

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