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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 181 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£97 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bolton to Northampton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Northampton:
A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Northampton costing on average £97.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (2h 30m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £97 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Northampton from Bolton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bolton to Northampton is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Northampton are London, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Leicester and Coventry. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Northampton on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Milton Keynes is a modern Buckinghamshire city known for its grid layout, green spaces and major shopping centre. It is closely linked with Bletchley Park and has a spacious, practical character shaped by post-war planning.
Leicester is known for its diverse communities, rich history and strong connection to Richard III. Roman roots, a lively market and a varied food scene give the city a practical, friendly feel.
Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.
Travel to Northampton 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 Bolton to Northampton.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Northampton:
A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Northampton costing on average £97.
Other travel options to Northampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bolton and Northampton as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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