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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
Main town museum with collections on Northampton's shoe industry, archaeology and art, plus family-friendly galleries.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
3 h 40 m
Trains on 13 Sept
2
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Northampton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 2 trains from Southampton to Northampton, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 154 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Northampton:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Northampton costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 21m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.05. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 2h 26m 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 Southampton to Northampton trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00850+ Y80798 | Delayed 5:15 6:15Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h54 | 9:09 Northampton station (NMP) | 1 change | |
L80191+ Y80845+ G27746 | Delayed 8:01 9:00Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h24 | 12:24 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
G00859+ Y80828 | On time 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h54 | 12:09 Northampton station (NMP) | 1 change | |
L80066+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ Y80851 | On time 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h25 | 12:55 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
L80197+ Y80857+ G27748 | On time 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h24 | 13:24 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
G00862+ Y80840 | On time 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h54 | 13:09 Northampton station (NMP) | 1 change | |
L80070+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ Y80863 | On time 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h26 | 13:56 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
L80203+ Y80869+ G27750 | On time 11:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h24 | 14:24 Northampton station (NMP) | 2 changes | |
G00868+ Y80852 | On time 11:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h53 | 14:08 Northampton station (NMP) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 13 September | |||||
![]() | 6:55 Southampton | 4h20 | 11:15 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to Northampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 4:05 |
Last train 23:28 |
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Discover the best of Northampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northampton trip today.
Main town museum with collections on Northampton's shoe industry, archaeology and art, plus family-friendly galleries.
Independent museum at Delapré Abbey exploring the Battle of Northampton and local medieval history through immersive displays.
Community museum preserving village and manor history in a traditional setting, offering a quieter local-history visit near Northampton.
Popular town park with a lake, museum, broad lawns and tree-lined paths, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
Major urban park with gardens, sports facilities and open green space, good for walking and seeing local daily life.
Historic market square at the heart of Northampton, useful for shopping, events and soaking up the town-centre atmosphere.
A crumbly hard cheese made in Northamptonshire since the 18th century. Its rich, nutty flavour makes it one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional British sausage strongly associated with Northamptonshire, usually made with seasoned pork and herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A local style of pork pie linked to Northamptonshire’s boot and market town heritage, with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork filling.
Well-known town centre restaurant focused on Turkish and Mediterranean cooking, with generous portions and a lively atmosphere.
Historic riverside pub and brewery tap for Phipps NBC ales, with hearty British food and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in Delapré Abbey serving modern British dishes in a refined heritage setting suited to a longer meal.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though spare change is appreciated.
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Northampton Station -> Northampton Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

Most Southampton to Northampton trains use the Southampton Central to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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