4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Northampton
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Northampton will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 3 trains that leave Derby for Northampton on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
3:10 PM1h58Derby5:08 PMNorthampton$491One-way0 transfers- 9:41 AM1h57Derby11:38 AMNorthampton$701One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM1h57Derby11:07 AMNorthampton$721One-way0 transfers
- 9:41 AM1h57Derby11:38 AMNorthampton$701One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM1h57Derby11:07 AMNorthampton$721One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 PM1h58Derby5:08 PMNorthampton$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby 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 29m. 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 $12.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Derby to Northampton:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Northampton costing on average $54 (€43).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€43) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.06 (€-24.02). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 20m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Derby to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Northampton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 AM Derby | 1h57 | 11:07 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:41 AM Derby | 1h57 | 11:38 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 PM Derby | 1h58 | 5:08 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Northampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Northampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Northampton from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Northampton
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- 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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