9:103h34Northampton12:44Lincoln£641One-way0 changes
10:103h34Northampton13:44Lincoln£681One-way0 changes
10:103h34Northampton13:44Lincoln£681One-way0 changes
9:103h34Northampton12:44Lincoln£641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Northampton to Lincoln
The cheapest option from Northampton to Lincoln is coach, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Lincoln 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: 111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£66 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Northampton to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Lincoln trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 Northampton | 3h34 | 13:44 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Northampton to Lincoln by coach or train
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Why should you book Northampton to Lincoln trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Lincoln.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Northampton to Lincoln.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Lincoln.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Northampton to Lincoln.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Lincoln
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Northampton to Lincoln, including direct trains, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry from Northampton to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Northampton and Lincoln from £29. 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 Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Lincoln
Most Northampton to Lincoln trains use the Northampton to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northampton station do trains to Lincoln 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.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Northampton arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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