The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Northampton
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Northampton will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Northampton on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 17 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €15.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Northampton trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 AM Milton Keynes | 0h16 | 4:53 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:08 AM Milton Keynes | 0h17 | 9:25 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:38 PM Milton Keynes | 0h17 | 2:55 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:38 PM Milton Keynes | 0h17 | 6:55 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:36 PM Milton Keynes | 0h19 | 9:55 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Northampton
Trains from Milton Keynes to Northampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Northampton from $13 (€10). 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 Milton Keynes to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Northampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- 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 public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- 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 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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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