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Compare train and bus for York to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$138 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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.
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Compare the available ways to get from York to Northampton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from York to Northampton:
A bus is $90 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Northampton costing on average $138 (€116).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 41m.
Tickets start at around $138 (€116) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$86 (-€72). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 3h 0m 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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How to get from York to Northampton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from York to Northampton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
10:45 PM 9h35 York 8:20 AM Northampton $38 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:45 PM 9h35 York 8:20 AM Northampton $38 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:45 PM 9h35 York 8:20 AM Northampton $38 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from York to Northampton:
A bus is $90 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Northampton costing on average $138 (€116).
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 41m.
- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between York and Northampton as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from York, Station Rd and arrive in Northampton, Town Centre.
- Trains mostly depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Northampton station (NMP).
- Travel with CrossCountry to go to Northampton by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Northampton by bus.
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