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The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to St Ives
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
7 h 49 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
393 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to St Ives will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Northampton for St Ives every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 22 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.
09:488h42
Northampton18:30St Ives
£921One-way
0 changes
20:4110h22
Northampton07:03St Ives
£931One-way
0 changes
07:407h49
Northampton15:29St Ives
£1141One-way
0 changes
07:407h49
Northampton15:29St Ives
£1141One-way
0 changes
09:488h42
Northampton18:30St Ives
£921One-way
0 changes
20:4110h22
Northampton07:03St Ives
£931One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Northampton to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 393 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Northampton to St Ives train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:40 Northampton | 7h49 | 15:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:48 Northampton | 8h42 | 18:30 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:41 Northampton | 10h22 | 07:03 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northampton to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
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 £23
Distance 393 km |
Average train duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 16:03 |
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 £23
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to St Ives trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and St Ives from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 49m
Cheapest Price
£114
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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
8h 42m
Cheapest Price
£92
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 50m
West Midlands Trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Northampton to St Ives train
FAQs: Travel by train from Northampton to St Ives easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Northampton to St Ives.
The train distance from Northampton to St Ives is 393 km.
Booking trains from Northampton to St Ives in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Northampton to St Ives covers a distance of 393 km and takes approximately 7h 20m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Northampton to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cost of a train ticket from Northampton to St Ives can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to St Ives is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Northampton that goes to St Ives is Northampton station (NMP), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Northampton to St Ives.
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to St Ives.
The first train from Northampton to St Ives leaves at 7:30.
The last train from Northampton to St Ives departs at 16:03.
Trains from Northampton to St Ives run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to St Ives.
There is no night train service from Northampton to St Ives.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and St Ives
Northampton
St Ives
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 St Ives.
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 St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your journey to St Ives from Northampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Ives
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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