10:103h11Northampton13:21Bristol£441One-way0 changes
9:102h57Northampton12:07Bristol£461One-way0 changes
8:102h57Northampton11:07Bristol£491One-way0 changes
11:483h40Northampton15:28Bristol£581One-way0 changes
9:102h57Northampton12:07Bristol£461One-way0 changes
8:102h57Northampton11:07Bristol£491One-way0 changes
10:103h11Northampton13:21Bristol£441One-way0 changes
11:483h40Northampton15:28Bristol£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Bristol
The cheapest option from Northampton to Bristol is coach, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Bristol among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 147 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£51 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Northampton to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 Northampton | 2h57 | 11:07 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 Northampton | 2h57 | 12:07 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Northampton | 3h11 | 13:21 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:48 Northampton | 3h40 | 15:28 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Northampton to Bristol trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Bristol.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Bristol
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Northampton to Bristol, including direct trains, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Lowest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 4:05 |
Last train 22:42 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Bristol trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Bristol from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Northampton to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Bristol
Most Northampton to Bristol trains use the Northampton to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northampton station do trains to Bristol leave from?
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.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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