Northampton station (NMP) (Train Station): Departures and guide

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station information and services

Northampton

Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Northampton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
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Best day trips from Northampton by train

The most popular day trips by train from Northampton are London, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Leicester, and Coventry. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Northampton on Omio.

A view of London

Day trip from Northampton to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London is the UK capital, known for royal history, major museums, and a global cultural scene. Historic landmarks line the Thames while diverse neighborhoods, theater, and food give the city a lively, international feel.

How to get from Northampton to London by train?

There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 48m.

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A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Northampton to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial heritage, canals, and diverse food culture. It blends red-brick history, major shopping areas, and modern arts venues with a lively, multicultural feel.

How to get from Northampton to Birmingham by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 54m.

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A view of Milton Keynes

Day trip from Northampton to Milton Keynes by train

Why visit Milton Keynes for the day?

Milton Keynes is a modern city known for its grid layout, green spaces, and extensive cycleways. It blends major shopping and leisure areas with the historic appeal of nearby Bletchley Park.

How to get from Northampton to Milton Keynes by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 14m.

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A view of Leicester

Day trip from Northampton to Leicester by train

Why visit Leicester for the day?

Leicester is an East Midlands city known for King Richard III and its strong multicultural identity. Its compact centre mixes Roman history, markets, museums, and a vibrant Golden Mile.

How to get from Northampton to Leicester by train?

The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 53m.

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A view of Coventry

Day trip from Northampton to Coventry by train

Why visit Coventry for the day?

Coventry is known for its cathedral story, where medieval ruins stand beside a bold modern replacement. Its history in car making, mixed with a large student population, gives the city a practical, creative character.

How to get from Northampton to Coventry by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 32m.

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FAQ: Travel from Northampton station (NMP)

Everything you need to know about Northampton station (NMP): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

FAQs
Staff help is available for passengers with reduced mobility at Northampton station.
Northampton station is near key attractions like the historic Northampton Guildhall, the 78 Derngate designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and the vast parklands of Abington Park.
Car rental services are not available directly at Northampton station.
The Northampton station is 2.123 km from the city center.
To get to the city center from Northampton station, you can use rail replacement services by bus or coach, which collect from the layby or turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus or coach before boarding.
It is recommended to arrive at Northampton station at least 20-30 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for boarding and any potential security checks.
Northampton station is located at Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP.
Yes, there is parking available at Northampton, with a station car park named "Station Car Park."
The cost of a train ticket from **Northampton** station to the nearest airport, such as Birmingham Airport, can vary based on factors like time of booking and travel class. For accurate pricing, please check with the rail operator or ticketing service.
Train services at Northampton station are primarily operated by London Northwestern Railway.
The public transport connections at Northampton station include rail replacement services, where buses or coaches collect passengers from the layby or turning circle on the car park side of the station building.
Traveling in the early morning or late evening at Northampton station is generally considered safe, but—as with any location—it's advisable to remain alert and aware of your surroundings, especially during less busy times.
At Northampton station, security measures and ticket checks are routinely conducted to ensure passenger safety and travel compliance.
Yes, there are toilets at Northampton station located on the Main Concourse. The facilities, including National key toilets, are available Monday to Saturday from 04:00 to 22:30 and Sunday from 06:00 to 22:30, with RADAR keys obtainable at specified locations.
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