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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 an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m 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 |
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You'll arrive about 13m sooner (52m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $20 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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How to get from Watford to Northampton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Watford to Northampton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:29 PM 1h05 Watford 10:34 PM Northampton $26 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
9:29 PM 1h05 Watford 10:34 PM Northampton $26 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
7:38 PM 0h47 Watford 8:25 PM Northampton $47 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
10:38 AM 0h47 Watford 11:25 AM Northampton $48 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 13 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Northampton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Northampton station (NMP).
- Travel with West Midlands Trains to go to Northampton by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains.
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