How to travel from Slough to Northampton

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $65.

Distance: 52 miles (85 km)

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$65

Average price

$37

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Cheapest

$25

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2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

1h 59m

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30m

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1h 26m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Slough to Northampton is a bus with an average price of $37.

This is compared to other travel options from Slough to Northampton:

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Slough to Northampton costing on average $65.

The fastest way to travel from Slough to Northampton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Northampton take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 29m.

Yes, you can take a between Slough and Northampton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Slough to Northampton among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $65 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-40.28. The journey takes 1h 49m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Slough to Northampton

How to get from Slough to Northampton by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Slough to Northampton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    11:59 PM1h51
    Slough
    1:50 AMNorthampton
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:59 PM1h51
    Slough
    1:50 AMNorthampton
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:59 PM1h51
    Slough
    1:50 AMNorthampton
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    9:00 PM3h55
    Slough
    12:55 AMNorthampton
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Slough to Northampton

Travel to Northampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Slough to Northampton.

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You can travel between Slough and Northampton by .
The cheapest way to travel from Slough to Northampton is a bus with an average price of $37.

This is compared to other travel options from Slough to Northampton:

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Slough to Northampton costing on average $65.

The fastest way to travel from Slough to Northampton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Northampton take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 29m.

The distance from Slough to Northampton is approximately 52 miles (85 km).
The average frequency per day from Slough to Northampton is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Slough and Northampton as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Slough to Northampton:
  • Trains mostly depart from Slough station (SLO) and arrive in Northampton station (NMP).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and arrive in Northampton, Town Centre.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Slough to Northampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains to go to Northampton by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Northampton by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Slough to Northampton:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Slough to Northampton often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), London, Birmingham New Street (BHM), Milton Keynes Central (MKC), Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Northampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Northampton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Northampton's main attractions, including its historical sites, parks, and cultural locations.

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