The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Northampton for Stansted Mountfitchet on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €76.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€76 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:48 AM Northampton | 2h30 | 12:18 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Trains from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $42 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:19 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Stansted Mountfitchet from $42 (€35). 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 Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Northampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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