C179208:020h25Rugby station (RUG)8:27Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Y808128:160h23Rugby station (RUG)8:39Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
C179447:160h23Rugby station (RUG)7:39Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
C179776:560h23Rugby station (RUG)7:19Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Y808037:460h21Rugby station (RUG)8:07Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Y808037:460h21Rugby station (RUG)8:07Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Y807846:150h22Rugby station (RUG)6:37Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Y808128:160h23Rugby station (RUG)8:39Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
C179447:160h23Rugby station (RUG)7:39Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
C179776:560h23Rugby station (RUG)7:19Northampton station (NMP)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rugby to Northampton
The cheapest option from Rugby to Northampton is coach, with an average price of £3. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Northampton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest option |
53m Average total duration Fastest option 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rugby to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Northampton trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:25 Rugby | 0h24 | 9:49 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:59 Rugby | 0h23 | 10:22 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:16 Rugby | 0h21 | 17:37 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Y80784 | 6:15 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h22 | 6:37 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17977 | 6:56 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h23 | 7:19 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17944 | 7:16 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h23 | 7:39 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80803 | 7:46 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 8:07 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17920 | 8:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h25 | 8:27 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80812 | 8:16 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h23 | 8:39 Northampton station (NMP) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Northampton
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Rugby to Northampton, including 7 direct trains, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 21m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Lowest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby to Northampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby and Northampton from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Northampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Northampton 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 Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rugby and Northampton
Most Rugby to Northampton trains use the Rugby to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Northampton leave from?
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby train station facilities and services
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Northampton station do trains from Rugby arrive at?
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.
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