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Wellingborough Museum
Local history museum covering Wellingborough’s people, industries, and everyday life. A strong introduction to the town through well-presented community collections.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Market Harborough to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Market Harborough to Wellingborough will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Market Harborough for Wellingborough on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Market Harborough to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Market Harborough to Wellingborough:
A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Market Harborough to Wellingborough costing on average $13.
Other travel options to Wellingborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (16m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around $13 compared to roughly $7 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 East Midlands Railway, east_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 Market Harborough to Wellingborough trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 PM Market Harborough | 0h30 | 6:25 PM Wellingborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Market Harborough to Wellingborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Wellingborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wellingborough trip today.
Local history museum covering Wellingborough’s people, industries, and everyday life. A strong introduction to the town through well-presented community collections.
Independent museum preserving the story of Northamptonshire footwear. Worth visiting for traditional craft displays and the county’s industrial heritage.
Volunteer-run transport museum focused on historic buses and local vehicle heritage. A niche attraction popular with families and transport enthusiasts.
Extensive nature reserve and lake landscape known for walking, cycling, and birdlife. One of the area’s most popular outdoor destinations.
Main town-centre open space hosting markets, events, and civic buildings. A practical starting point for exploring Wellingborough’s historic core.
Riverside country park with lakes, paths, and wildlife habitats. Popular for walks, birdwatching, and a calmer side of Wellingborough.
A Northamptonshire sausage made with pork and local herbs. It is a county classic often served with mash and gravy in pubs and homes.
A sweet yeasted tea loaf with dried fruit and spice, long linked to nearby Northamptonshire baking traditions and often eaten sliced with butter.
Crumbly blue cheese from Northamptonshire, known for its rich creamy texture and protected regional heritage. Often served on cheeseboards.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal grills, mezze, and fresh breads in a lively, family-friendly setting.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad curry menu, tandoori dishes, and a comfortable traditional dining room.
Established pub restaurant in Wellingborough known for grilled meats, classic British dishes, and a relaxed modern atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail travel and pub meals can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tipping is optional for counter service.
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Wellingborough Railway Station -> Wellingborough Market Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Market Harborough to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Market Harborough to Wellingborough trains use the Market Harborough to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Market Harborough and Wellingborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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