Newbury to Northampton train

Mon 15 Dec
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
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1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newbury to Northampton

Showing times and prices for 16 Dec

Cheapest price

£87

Average price

£96

Fastest journey

2 h 38 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newbury to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newbury to Northampton will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Newbury for Northampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

West Midlands Trains
08:192h38
Newbury
10:57Northampton
£871One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
04:503h05
Newbury
07:55Northampton
£1051One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Newbury to Northampton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £86.

Distance: 99 km

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£87

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£17

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3h 6m

Average total duration

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2h 36m

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6h 3m

Average total duration

5h 33m

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Live departures

Newbury to Northampton train times

The table below shows live departures for Newbury to Northampton trains for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail08:19 Newbury
2h38
10:57 Northampton0 changesdirect
west_midlands_rail10:25 Newbury
2h30
12:55 Northampton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Newbury to Northampton

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Trains from Newbury to Northampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
99 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£86
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 30m
First train
04:12
Last train
20:40
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

FAQs: Newbury to Northampton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newbury 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.

FAQs
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.
Booking trains from Newbury 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 Newbury to Northampton offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, though it is not considered exceptionally scenic compared to routes like those in the Lake District or Scottish Highlands.
A day trip from Newbury to Northampton is not feasible since the journey duration is 2h 30m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route. The distance is 99 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Newbury to Northampton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £86, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Newbury to Northampton covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Newbury to Northampton is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train station in Newbury that goes to Northampton is Newbury station (NBY), and it arrives at Northampton station (NMP).
The train distance from Newbury to Northampton is 99 km.
The first train from Newbury to Northampton leaves at 4:12.
Trains from Newbury to Northampton run approximately 5 times per day.
The last train from Newbury to Northampton departs at 20:40.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Newbury to Northampton.
There is no night train service from Newbury to Northampton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newbury to Northampton.
To get from Newbury to Northampton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newbury and Northampton

Newbury
Northampton
The major train station for departures in Newbury is Newbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newbury for your trip from Newbury to Northampton.
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information
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:20 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 17:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Mio Fiore
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newbury
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station by Platform 2

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