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West Midlands Railway

08:24AM1h23

London

09:47AMNorthampton

€231One-way

0 transfers

Avanti West Coast

10:07AM1h46

London

11:53AMNorthampton

€231One-way

0 transfers

West Midlands Railway

06:18PM1h09

London

07:27PMNorthampton

€231One-way

0 transfers

Popular trains to and from Northampton

Popular trains to Northampton

London to Northampton train

from $11

Direct trains available

1h02 average duration

1train per day

Served by

Avanti West Coast
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Chiltern Railways

Popular trains from Northampton

Northampton to London train

from $11

Direct trains available

0h59 average duration

Served by

Avanti West Coast
Bus
Chiltern Railways

Northampton to Manchester train

from $25

Direct trains available

1h55 average duration

Served by

Avanti West Coast
Cross Country
West Midlands Railway

Northampton to Birmingham train

from $26

Direct trains available

1h04 average duration

Served by

Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Railway

Trains to Northampton

Taking the train is a great way to reach Northampton, whether visitors want to explore its proud industrial past, or explore the nearby countryside. Northampton is well connected to London and its airports, making it extremely easy to reach, and the local station is very close to the town center. In fact, few destinations are as accessible from the UK capital.

Which is the main train station in Northampton?

Trains to Northampton will always arrive at Northampton Station, and there are no other arrival points. Situated on the busy West Coast Mainline, Northampton is a railway junction, with strong connections to London and the Midlands. The station is right next to the university and 10-15 minutes' walk from the city center. Numerous local buses also run to all parts of town from Rail Station Approach Road.

Which train companies offer trains to Northampton?

Trains from London and Birmingham to Northampton are operated by Virgin Trains and West Midlands Railways. Both companies offer plenty of direct trains and run daily schedules to Northampton Station.

Why travel by train to Northampton?

Taking the train is the easiest way for most people to get to Northampton if they begin their journeys in London or Birmingham. The city has excellent direct rail connections to both cities, which means that travelers landing at Gatwick, Heathrow, or Birmingham International can travel to Northampton with ease. There are plenty of rail services to choose from, allowing visitors to be flexible about when they travel; Northampton Station has a really convenient central location, and traveling by rail will almost always be a more comfortable, quicker option than taking coaches. It all adds up to an excellent travel option.

Before you travel to Northampton by train - good to know!

Getting around Northampton shouldn't pose many problems. The town isn't large and most sights are accessible on foot. For instance, visitors can walk from the station to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery in around 15 minutes. The shoe collection there is superb, which isn't surprising given Northampton's long tradition of shoe-making. When that's been ticked off, Abingdon Park is a treat, with its Victorian architecture and historical museum. Venturing further afield, the Sywell Aviation Museum is a must for military history fans, while families will love the steam engines of the Northampton and Lamport Railway.

Train companies: Thameslink, West Midlands Railway and Cross Country to Northampton trains

Find the best journey to Northampton with Thameslink, West Midlands Railway and Cross Country. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most affordable trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Northampton you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains to Northampton. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.

Train stations in Northampton

Northampton

The major train station for arrivals in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your journey to Northampton.

Northampton Shopping

Amenities at station

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ATM

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Address

Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP

Phone Number

+44 3301235247

Public transit options for Northampton

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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