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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 18 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford to Northampton will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Telford to Northampton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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 Telford to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. 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 train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 116 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Telford to Northampton:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Telford to Northampton costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 43m by train vs 2h 3m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £23). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Telford to Northampton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:51 Telford | 1h46 | 16:37 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:18 Telford | 1h49 | 17:07 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:52 Telford | 1h49 | 17:41 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:18 Telford | 1h50 | 18:08 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:51 Telford | 1h46 | 18:37 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:18 Telford | 1h49 | 19:07 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:52 Telford | 1h46 | 19:38 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:18 Telford | 1h49 | 20:07 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:52 Telford | 1h47 | 20:39 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:18 Telford | 1h49 | 21:07 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:51 Telford | 1h49 | 21:40 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:18 Telford | 2h00 | 22:18 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:26 Telford | 2h11 | 22:37 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:18 Telford | 1h51 | 23:09 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:51 Telford | 2h08 | 23:59 Northampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:02 Telford | 7h34 | 6:36 Northampton | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 9:18 Telford | 2h20 | 11:38 Northampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Telford to Northampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:16 |
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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 Telford 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 Telford to Northampton trains use the Telford Central to Northampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and Northampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: 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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