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Northampton to London Waterloo train prices and times

Planning a journey from Northampton to London Waterloo? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.10, with average prices for this route around £12.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
06:15 Northampton	08:54 London Waterloo	2h 39m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:15 Northampton	09:44 London Waterloo	3h 29m, No direct	West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground	Find Tickets
07:50 Northampton	09:50 London Waterloo	2h 0m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:50 Northampton	10:44 London Waterloo	2h 54m, No direct	West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground	Find Tickets
08:24 Northampton	10:30 London Waterloo	2h 6m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:24 Northampton	11:01 Paris	2h 37m, No direct	West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground	Find Tickets View More Trains

Northampton to London Waterloo train route details

First train

06:15

Last train

22:18

Departure station

Northampton

Arrival station

London Waterloo

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

62 miles

Price

£10.10*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Northampton to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Northampton and London Waterloo, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Northampton to London Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Northampton to London Waterloo 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Northampton to London Waterloo, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Northampton to London Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Northampton to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Northampton to London Waterloo 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 tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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%.

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Northampton to London Waterloo train prices and times

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