The cheapest and fastest trains from Taunton to Northampton
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Northampton will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 2 trains that leave Taunton for Northampton on Fri, Nov 07, 2 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 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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 Taunton to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€92 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taunton to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Northampton trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 AM Taunton | 3h47 | 9:38 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Taunton | 3h45 | 11:38 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:43 AM Taunton | 3h42 | 12:25 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Taunton | 5h45 | 6:25 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton to Northampton
Trains from Taunton to Northampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 01:40 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Taunton to Northampton trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Taunton and Northampton from $24 (€19). 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 Taunton to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton 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 Taunton to Northampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between the following times: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 19:00 and Sun 10:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platforms 2 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
- 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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