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Mansfield Museum
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 6 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Mansfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Mansfield will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Northampton to Mansfield, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 101 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Mansfield:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Mansfield costing on average £58.
Other travel options to Mansfield take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-37.87. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 1h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Mansfield trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:40 Northampton | 3h21 | 13:01 Mansfield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Northampton to Mansfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 20:07 |
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Discover the best of Mansfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mansfield trip today.
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Visitor centre and exhibition space exploring the life of Lord Byron and the history of Newstead Abbey and its estate.
Former Victorian workhouse with immersive galleries about poverty, welfare and everyday life, within easy reach of Mansfield.
Popular Sherwood Forest walking area with ancient oaks, visitor trails and a classic Nottinghamshire woodland atmosphere.
Central urban park with formal gardens, play areas, events and broad lawns, popular for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Forest walking area with trails, wildlife and open heathland, ideal for countryside walks close to Mansfield.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray style country butchers, eaten widely in Nottinghamshire; a cold raised pie prized for seasoned pork and crisp pastry.
Stilton made in the East Midlands, often served on cheeseboards in local pubs and homes; rich, crumbly blue cheese with a strong regional identity.
A classic Nottinghamshire loaf enriched with milk and butter, traditionally baked for tea and known for its soft crumb and rounded cottage shape.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, polished setting.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Mansfield station -> Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Mansfield trains use the Northampton to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Mansfield 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.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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