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Compare train and bus for Telford to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. 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 $30, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$50 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Telford to Northampton:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Telford to Northampton costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $31 (€25) 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.
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.
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Why should you book Telford to Northampton trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Telford to Northampton.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Telford to Northampton.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Telford to Northampton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Telford to Northampton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford to Northampton
Trains from Telford to Northampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Telford to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Telford and Northampton from $30 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Telford to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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 Telford to Northampton
Most Telford to Northampton trains use the Telford Central to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Telford station do trains to Northampton leave from?
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: 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 not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Which Northampton station do trains from Telford arrive at?
Getting to Northampton from Northampton city centre
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton train station facilities and services
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: 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.
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