The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Northampton
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Northampton will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
It's difficult to get from Leeds to Northampton without transferring at least once.
C23755+
L33596
C23761+
L33397 · L33603
C26862+
W09213+
L33591
C23745+
L33573
C23749+
L33387 · L33579
C23761+
L33397 · L33603
C23749+
L33387 · L33579
C26862+
W09213+
L33591
C23745+
L33573
C23755+
L33596Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds 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 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€137 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Northampton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23745+ L33573 | On time 8:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h26 | 11:37 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C23749+ L33387 · L33579 | On time 9:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h57 | 12:08 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C23749+ L33585 | On time 9:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h27 | 12:38 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C26862+ W09213+ L33591 | On time 9:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h23 | 1:08 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C23755+ L33596 | On time 10:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h27 | 1:38 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
C23761+ L33397 · L33603 | On time 11:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h57 | 2:08 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Northampton
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 02:11 |
Last train 22:41 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Leeds to Northampton start from as low as $54 (€44) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $169 (€137) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country from Leeds to Northampton trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Northampton from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
Northern Rail (3)
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Northampton
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- 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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