Give it a try – Discover West Northamptonshire by bus!

Affordable adventures, local gems, major events, and scenic countryside – all just a bus ride away.

Whether you’re a long-time resident, a student on the move, or just visiting the area, now’s the perfect time to give it a try! Hop on board and discover the very best of West Northamptonshire by bus – for less!

Check out our 'Days out by bus' guide

From fun family trips and cultural hotspots to countryside escapes and local events – we’ve packed everything you need into one handy guide.

Ready to plan your next day out?

View the guide here

Your next adventure is just a click (and a ticket) away!

Explore with West Northamptonshire's NEW Interactive Maps

Getting around has never been easier. Use the latest interactive maps from West Northamptonshire Council to view:

Bus timetable guides

Spider maps

Check them out here

Perfect for planning ahead or discovering hidden local gems.

New to the Bus? No problem!

Planning your journey is quick, simple, and stress-free:

Use Stagecoach's Journey Planner

Find your nearest stop, route, and departure times

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride

Plan your journey here

Perfect for planning ahead or discovering hidden local gems.

Group travel offers – Explore more for less!

No booking needed – simply hop on and pay!

Valid from 23 July to 7 September 2025

Great for families, friends, and spontaneous days out!

Find out more here

That’s just £1.20 or £2 per person!

Just £6 for up to 5 people

Travel across Northampton

Just £10 for up to 5 people

Explore all of West Northamptonshire

Free bus passes

or concessionary travel

If you have reached state pension age or have a certain disability,  you may be eligible for a concessionary bus pass from your local council, free of charge.

Ready to win West Northants?

We’re running two fun competitions this summer – and they’re free to enter for all residents and visitors! Ride the bus, keep your eyes open, and you could win one of our fantastic local prizes.

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Northampton Saints match tickets

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Afternoon Tea for Two at Delapré Abbey

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Gift voucher for Collective Clothing

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Family return ticket on the Northampton & Lamport Railway

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2 x comedy evening tickets at Towcester Mill Brewery

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2 x entry to Lamport Hall & Gardens + cream tea

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Free entry for two to 78 Derngate

Free coffee and cake for 2 people at George's Tea Room

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Lunch for two at The Elgar Centre

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Lunch for two at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Can you find the
rugby ball?

Each week throughout August, a special gift bag will be hidden on board one of our buses – just look for the seat with the rugby ball!

Whoever finds it gets to take the bag home AND is entered into the prize draw.

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What’s inside?

A Give it a Try branded rugby ball

Surprise goodies

Entry into the prize draw

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Keep your eyes peeled - it could be your lucky day!

Mystery Passenger
giveaways

This one’s even easier...

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Just hop on a bus and ride - that's it!

Our undercover Give it a Try representative could be on board August and might choose YOU as the Mystery Passenger to win a prize on the spot!

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Keep your eyes peeled - it could be your lucky day!

Both competitions run from the 1st – 31st August 2025. 

Check out full competition T&Cs here

Got questions or feedback?

We're here to help!

Stagecoach

0345 810 1000

customer.services@stagecoachbus.com

Arriva

0344 800 44 11

enquiries@arriva.co.uk

West Northamptonshire Council

busandrail@westnorthants.gov.uk

Join the ‘Give it a Try’ campaign as a partner organisation

We’re inviting employers, schools, community groups, and local organisations to join the Give it a Try campaign – a West Northamptonshire-wide initiative running from July to the end of September 2025 encouraging more people, including residents and visitors, to travel by bus, reduce car dependency, and enjoy the benefits of sustainable, affordable travel.

Find out how you can benefit