W32940+
W88048 · Y8084310:122h13Luton station (LUT)12:25Northampton station (NMP)£331One-way2 changes
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W88039 · Y808268:502h11Luton station (LUT)11:01Northampton station (NMP)£331One-way2 changes
W45525+
C17931+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:432h12Luton station (LUT)11:55Northampton station (NMP)£681One-way2 changes
C10082+
C17800+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:012h24Luton station (LUT)10:25Northampton station (NMP)£781One-way2 changes
W32951+
Y80832+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:592h26Luton station (LUT)11:25Northampton station (NMP)£781One-way2 changes
C04215+
Y80826+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:552h06Luton station (LUT)11:01Northampton station (NMP)£781One-way2 changes
W45606+
W88039 · Y808268:502h11Luton station (LUT)11:01Northampton station (NMP)£331One-way2 changes
W45525+
C17931+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:432h12Luton station (LUT)11:55Northampton station (NMP)£681One-way2 changes
W32940+
W88048 · Y8084310:122h13Luton station (LUT)12:25Northampton station (NMP)£331One-way2 changes
C10082+
C17800+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston8:012h24Luton station (LUT)10:25Northampton station (NMP)£781One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Northampton
The cheapest option from Luton to Northampton is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Luton to Northampton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.
Distance: 52 km
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1h 58m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Luton to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Northampton trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C22671+ C17907+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2h48 | 11:15 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
C02759+ L13343+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2h49 | 11:46 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
W45505+ C17843+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 9:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h48 | 12:17 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
C02762+ L12298+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 9:59 Luton station (LUT) | 2h45 | 12:44 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
W45743+ W70575+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 10:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h50 | 13:19 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Northampton
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Luton to Northampton, including direct trains, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Lowest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Thameslink from Luton to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and Northampton from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to Northampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Northampton
Most Luton to Northampton trains use the Luton to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Northampton leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Northampton station do trains from Luton 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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