- Must visit
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
€37
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Northampton will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Northampton without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
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W32946Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg 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 Luton to Northampton:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Northampton costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 40m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-23.05. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 52m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Northampton trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C41929+ W88109 · Y80935 | On time 8:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h18 | 10:28 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C04277+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ C17851 | Delayed 7:29 PM 8:25 PMLuton station (LUT) | 2h30 | 10:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
C41851+ W88025 · Y80800 | 6:46 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h39 | 8:25 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C41858+ W88034 · Y80809 | 7:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h42 | 9:25 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C17800+ C10082+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h24 | 10:25 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
W88039 · Y80826+ W45606 | 8:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h06 | 10:56 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C04215+ Y80826+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 8:55 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h01 | 10:56 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
Y80832+ W32951+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h26 | 11:25 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C17931+ W45525+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 9:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h12 | 11:55 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
W88048 · Y80843+ W32940 | 10:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 12:25 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
Y80849+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ X83307 | 10:42 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 12:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
W88075 · Y80891+ W32937 | 2:12 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 4:25 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
C17917+ W45546+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 2:43 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h12 | 4:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
Y80779+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W45383 | 2:59 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h17 | 5:16 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
W88079 · Y80906+ W32946 | 3:12 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h12 | 5:24 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
W88079 · W70377 · Y80779+ W32946 | 3:12 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h04 | 5:16 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 3 transfers | |
C04254+ Y80906+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 3:25 PM Luton station (LUT) | 1h59 | 5:24 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Luton to Northampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 Luton 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 Luton to Northampton trains use the Luton to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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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