Northampton to Minehead train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Minehead

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£71

Average price

£71

Fastest journey

5 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h 20 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Minehead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Northampton to Minehead will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Northampton for Minehead every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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.

Great Western Rail
08:185h20
Northampton
13:38Minehead
£711One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Northampton to Minehead

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Minehead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £54.

Distance: 213 km

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Coach

£62

Average Price

£49

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Cheapest

4h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Northampton to Minehead

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Trains from Northampton to Minehead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 5h 20m.

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 £43
Distance
213 km
Average train duration
4h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
5h 20m
First train
05:40
Last train
22:30
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 £43

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Northampton to Minehead trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Northampton and Minehead from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Northampton to Minehead train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Minehead 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 Minehead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Northampton to Minehead 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 Minehead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £62.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Minehead allows visitors to explore its charming seaside attractions, enjoy the nearby Exmoor National Park, and experience local culture and dining.
The train journey from Northampton to Minehead covers a distance of 213 km and takes approximately 5h 20m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Northampton to Minehead leaves at 5:40.
Trains from Northampton to Minehead run approximately 4 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Minehead is by coach, costing approximately £43.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Northampton to Minehead.
The train distance from Northampton to Minehead is 213 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to Minehead.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to Minehead.
The last train from Northampton to Minehead departs at 22:30.
To get from Northampton to Minehead, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Northampton to Minehead.
A day trip from Northampton to Minehead is not feasible as the travel time is 5h 20m each way, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. Trains operate 4 times per day.
The train journey from Northampton to Minehead offers picturesque views, especially as you pass through the rolling hills and countryside of Somerset. The route includes charming rural landscapes and scenic vistas, making it a pleasant and enjoyable trip.

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Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Minehead

Northampton
Minehead
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 Minehead.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.

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