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Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£57
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£61
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
2 h 1 m
Trains on 29 Oct
16
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Hatfield will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Northampton to Hatfield you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C18504Trains from Northampton to Hatfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 23:01 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Northampton to Hatfield.
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Hatfield trains for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y80783+ C22648+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park | Delayed 6:27 6:25Northampton station (NMP) | 2h03 | 8:28 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
Y80784+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ C18504 | On time 6:39 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h06 | 8:45 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
Y80786+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ C10156 | On time 6:50 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h08 | 8:58 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
C17977+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ C18486 | On time 7:30 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h58 | 9:28 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
C17944+ C18480+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park | On time 7:48 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h10 | 9:58 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
Y80775+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ C18513 | 6:17 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h58 | 8:15 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
Y80783+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ C22648 | 6:25 Northampton station (NMP) | 2h03 | 8:28 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2 changes | |
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Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Hatfield Station -> Hatfield Town Centre, Hatfield
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Hatfield trains use the Northampton to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Northampton.
ATMs are available at Northampton.
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.
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.
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