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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
The town's main museum, celebrated for its shoe collections, local history, and changing exhibitions in a restored central building.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Northampton will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 24 trains that leave Birmingham for Northampton on Sun, Aug 16, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Y80808Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$23 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Northampton:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Northampton costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $31 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 1h 12m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Northampton trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y80785 | 6:13 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 7:16 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80787 | 6:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 7:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80790 | 7:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 8:09 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17942 | 7:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 8:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80798 | 8:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 9:09 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80802 | 8:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 9:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80807 | 9:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 10:09 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80811 | 9:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 10:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80816 | 10:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 11:09 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80822 | 10:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 11:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80828 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 12:09 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17947 | 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 6:08 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80904 | 5:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 6:38 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00220 | 6:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h04 | 7:10 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P69520 | 6:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 7:38 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00222 | 7:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 8:08 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P69528 | 7:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 8:39 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Northampton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 8 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 57m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Northampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northampton trip today.
The town's main museum, celebrated for its shoe collections, local history, and changing exhibitions in a restored central building.
Specialist display areas and interpretation at the historic 78 Derngate house, illuminating Charles Rennie Mackintosh's interior design legacy.
Historic country house museum in extensive parkland. Displays reveal aristocratic life, the Civil War, and the estate's wider landscape.
Extensive riverside parkland around Delapré Abbey, valued for walking, views, and access to one of the town's most historic estates.
Popular urban park with a lake, birdlife, and family-friendly paths. A pleasant stop for a quieter break from the town centre.
Historic shopping street famous for 78 Derngate and fine Victorian architecture. It is ideal for a short heritage walk near the town centre.
A spiced cured beef sausage long linked with Northamptonshire. It is a classic local breakfast and sandwich filling with a distinctive peppery flavour.
A historic county pudding of suet pastry filled with apples or jam, then boiled or steamed. It is a traditional farmhouse dessert in Northamptonshire.
Crumbly local cheese traditionally made in Northamptonshire. Its mild, creamy taste makes it a regional staple on cheeseboards and in ploughman’s lunches.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and a refined special-occasion atmosphere.
Popular gastropub serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed village-style setting with a strong local reputation.
Well-regarded central venue for dry-aged steaks and grilled dishes, offering a contemporary interior and dependable service.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Northampton Railway Station -> Northampton Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Northampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Northampton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are 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.
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: 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.
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