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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Northampton
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Northampton will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 18 trains that leave Watford for Northampton on Sun, Jun 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
C178399:11 AM1h04Watford Junction (WFJ)10:15 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers- C178418:07 AM1h03Watford Junction (WFJ)9:10 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- L229558:43 AM1h05Bushey (BSH)9:48 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- L124919:45 AM1h02Watford Junction (WFJ)10:47 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- W003137:41 AM1h06Bushey (BSH)8:47 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- L124919:45 AM1h02Watford Junction (WFJ)10:47 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- L229558:46 AM1h02Watford Junction (WFJ)9:48 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- C178418:07 AM1h03Watford Junction (WFJ)9:10 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- W003137:44 AM1h03Watford Junction (WFJ)8:47 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
- C178399:11 AM1h04Watford Junction (WFJ)10:15 AMNorthampton station (NMP)$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Watford to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (48m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $20 (€16) 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.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains.
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.
Live departures
Watford to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Northampton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W70567+ P69709 | 6:51 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h31 | 8:22 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| W70567 | 7:12 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1h10 | 8:22 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70567 | 7:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h07 | 8:22 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00313+C34098 | Delayed 6:44 AM 7:28 AMWatford High Street (WFH) | 1h19 | 8:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| W00313 | 7:41 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1h06 | 8:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00313 | On time 7:44 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h03 | 8:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17841 | On time 8:07 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h03 | 9:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L22955+C34124 | 8:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h20 | 9:48 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| L22955 | 8:43 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1h05 | 9:48 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L22955 | 8:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h02 | 9:48 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17839+C34137 | Delayed 8:11 AM 8:56 AMBushey (BSH) | 1h19 | 10:15 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| C17839+C34137 | Delayed 8:11 AM 8:58 AMWatford High Street (WFH) | 1h17 | 10:15 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| C17839 | On time 9:11 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 10:15 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L12491+L22368 | 9:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h14 | 10:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| L12491 | 9:42 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1h05 | 10:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L12491 | 9:45 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h02 | 10:47 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17907+P02505 | Delayed 9:12 AM 9:56 AMBushey (BSH) | 1h19 | 11:15 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
| C17907+P02505 | Delayed 9:12 AM 9:58 AMWatford High Street (WFH) | 1h17 | 11:15 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Northampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Watford to Northampton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Watford to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Watford and Northampton from $26 (€21). 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 Watford to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford to Northampton
Most Watford to Northampton trains use the Watford Junction to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Watford station do trains to Northampton leave from?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: 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 on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Northampton station do trains from Watford 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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