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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 on Sep 14
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$95
Fastest journey on Sep 14
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
2 h
Trains on Sep 14
5
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Northampton will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Crewe to Northampton without transferring at least once.
C16918 · Y80835
C17884 · Y80829
C17880 · Y80817
C16915 · Y80823
W33943+
C17944
W33943+
C17944
C17884 · Y80829
C17880 · Y80817
C16918 · Y80835
C16915 · Y80823Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, while a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crewe to Northampton:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crewe to Northampton costing on average $61 (€49).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $61 (€49) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Northampton trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33943+ C17944 | 6:03 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h36 | 7:39 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C17880 · Y80817 | 7:13 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h54 | 9:07 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C16915 · Y80823 | 7:19 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h19 | 9:38 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C17884 · Y80829 | 8:13 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 1h54 | 10:07 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C16918 · Y80835 | 8:19 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h19 | 10:38 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Crewe to Northampton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 10:39 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 14 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 Crewe 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 Crewe to Northampton trains use the Crewe to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Crewe and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. 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 Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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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