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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Northampton
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Take a train from Grimsby to Northampton and enjoy the approximately 156 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 4h 3m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 18:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Grimsby to Northampton trainsfirst_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Grimsby and Northampton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 26m
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Grimsby to Northampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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.
The train journey from Grimsby to Northampton covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 4h 3m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Grimsby to Northampton is 156 km.
The first train from Grimsby to Northampton leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Grimsby to Northampton departs at 18:40.
Trains from Grimsby to Northampton run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Grimsby to Northampton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Northampton.
To travel from Grimsby to Northampton, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Grimsby to Northampton.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Northampton is Grimsby Town (GMB), and it arrives at Northampton station (NMP).
Booking trains from Grimsby to Northampton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Grimsby to Northampton offers some scenic views, particularly as it traverses the rolling countryside of Lincolnshire and passes through charming rural areas. However, much of the route also includes urban and industrial landscapes.
A day trip from Grimsby to Northampton is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 3m and trains operate only 2 times per day, covering a distance of 156 km.
Typically, spending 2-3 days in Northampton allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, Delapré Abbey, and the historical sites in the town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Northampton.
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Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Northampton
Grimsby
Northampton
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Northampton.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
The major train station for arrivals in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your journey to Northampton from Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Northampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
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