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Compare train and coach for Northampton to Grimsby
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 156 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£106 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Grimsby
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Trains from Northampton to Grimsby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 13:38. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 4h 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 £33
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 13:38 |
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 £33
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Grimsby trainsEast Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Grimsby from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£106
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
West Midlands Trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Northampton to Grimsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Grimsby typically requires two to three days to explore its key attractions, including the Fishing Heritage Centre, the scenic docks, and nearby Cleethorpes Beach.
Booking trains from Northampton to Grimsby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Northampton to Grimsby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £105, while the average price tends to be around £106.
The train journey from Northampton to Grimsby offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through scenic countryside and charming towns, which can be quite picturesque, especially as the train approaches the Lincolnshire Wolds.
A day trip from Northampton to Grimsby is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 30m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Grimsby is by coach, costing approximately £33.
The train distance from Northampton to Grimsby is 156 km.
The train station in Northampton that goes to Grimsby is Northampton station (NMP), and it arrives at Grimsby Town (GMB).
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to Grimsby.
The train journey from Northampton to Grimsby covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 4h 30m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Northampton to Grimsby leaves at 5:12.
The last train from Northampton to Grimsby departs at 13:38.
Trains from Northampton to Grimsby run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Northampton to Grimsby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Northampton to Grimsby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to Grimsby.
There is no night train service from Northampton to Grimsby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Grimsby
Northampton
Grimsby
The major train station for departures in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your trip from Northampton to Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
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.
The major train station for arrivals in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your journey to Grimsby from Northampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
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.
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