Looking for inspiration for your next day out? Whether you're planning a family adventure, meeting friends for lunch, exploring local history or discovering somewhere new, Northamptonshire is packed with fantastic attractions that are easy to reach by bus.

With affordable fares, regular services and great transport connections, leaving the car at home has never been easier!

Why travel by bus?

Travelling by bus is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to explore West Northamptonshire.Benefits include:

• No parking charges or traffic worries
• Great value fares across the county
• Environmentally friendly travel options
• Convenient connections to rail services and neighbouring towns
• Time to relax and enjoy the journey

Discover great attractions across Northamptonshire

From historic houses and museums to country parks and family attractions, there are plenty of places to explore by bus.

Heritage and Culture

These attractions offer everything from fascinating local history to world-class architecture and theatre experiences.

• Delapré Abbey
• Abington Park Museum
• Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
• 78 Derngate
• Royal & Derngate
• Northamptonshire Ironstone Railway Trust

Parks and Outdoor Adventures

Perfect for family walks, picnics, cycling and wildlife spotting.

• Brixworth Country Park
• Daventry Country Park
• Irchester Country Park
• Salcey Forest
• Lamport Hall and Gardens

Family-Friendly Days Out

Many of these destinations can be reached directly by bus, making family adventures easy and affordable.

• Wicksteed Park
• Riverside Hub
• Rushden Lakes
• The Arc Cinema Daventry
• VUE Northampton

Sport and Entertainment

Whether you're attending a match, event or simply exploring the venue, bus services provide a convenient alternative to driving.

• Northampton Town Football Club
• Northampton Saints
• Silverstone Museum and Circuit
• Northamptonshire County Cricket Ground

Travelling around West Northamptonshire doesn't have to cost a fortune.

Adult single fares across the area are capped at a maximum of £3, helping residents and visitors explore more for less.

For families and groups, Stagecoach's Northampton Group Ticket allows up to five people to travel together on weekends and during school holidays for just £9, offering excellent value for a day out.

Connect your bus journey with rail travel

Looking to travel further afield? Northamptonshire's bus network provides easy connections to nearby railway stations, including:

• Northampton
• Long Buckby
• Rugby
• Milton Keynes
• Banbury
• Bicester Village

This means you can easily combine bus and rail travel to unlock even more destinations across the UK.

What's on this summer?

Northamptonshire's events calendar is packed with exciting festivals, celebrations and community events throughout the season.

Highlights include:

• Northampton Carnival
• Pride Northampton
• Pride Party in the Park, Daventry
• Towcester Midsummer Music Festival
• Roseshire Festival, Chester House Estate
• Armed Forces Day celebrations
• Bark in the Park
• Eid Festival
• Rockin Roadrunner Music Festival

There is always something happening, making it the perfect time to explore the area by bus.

Free bus travel for eligible residents

If you have reached State Pension age or have a qualifying disability, you may be eligible for a concessionary bus pass, allowing free travel on local bus services.

This can open up even more opportunities to enjoy days out, connect with friends and family, and discover everything West Northamptonshire has to offer.

Plan your next adventure

Whether you're discovering a hidden gem, enjoying a family day out or attending one of the area's fantastic events, travelling by bus makes exploring Northamptonshire simple, affordable and stress-free.