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Birmingham New Street to Northampton train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham New Street to Northampton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.80, with average prices for this route around £5.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:41 Birmingham New Street	06:08 Northampton	5h 27m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:35 Birmingham New Street	06:38 Northampton	1h 3m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:13 Birmingham New Street	07:16 Northampton	1h 3m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:36 Birmingham New Street	07:40 Northampton	1h 4m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:06 Birmingham New Street	08:09 Northampton	1h 3m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:36 Birmingham New Street	08:39 Paris	1h 3m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Northampton train route details

First train

00:41

Last train

22:51

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Northampton

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

46 miles

Price

£5.80*

Train Operators

West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Northampton

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Northampton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Northampton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Northampton, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Northampton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Birmingham New Street to Northampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Northampton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Northampton from £5.80*

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