Train Tickets to Northampton
Brighton to Northampton
10h 45m
Train travel to Northampton guide
Northampton railway station, situated on the Northampton Loop of the West Coast Main Line, serves the county town of Northampton in England. As the busiest station in Northamptonshire, it offers services to key destinations including Crewe, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street. In 2013, the station underwent a £20 million modernisation project, expanding its size and increasing parking space, thereby enhancing the passenger experience. The station is well-equipped with restrooms, a newsstand, a café, ticket machines, and a car rental service.
Conveniently located near key attractions, Northampton railway station sits nearby the historic site of Northampton Castle, where visitors can see remnants of the staggering monument, including parts of the walls and the motte (mound). Furthermore, the station is just a short walk from the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, Franklin's Gardens (the home ground of the Northampton Saints rugby team), and various other notable attractions, meaning you'll never be short of places to check out!
Which train companies run trains to Northampton?
Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains offer services to and from Northampton, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.
What are Northampton's opening hours?
You can expect Northampton to be open between the hours of 0:03 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Northampton
Northampton offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.
Connectivity of the Northampton?
Popular destinations offering trains to and from Northampton include London, London Euston, Birmingham, Birmingham New Street and Coventry. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.
Northampton live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Northampton, check now to plan your next journey.
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Station Details
Address: Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Facilities
Cashpoint
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Taxi Rank
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
How to buy cheap train tickets to Northampton
Book in Advance
Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Use the Railcard
Using a Railcard to get an average of 1/3 off and explore more train routes for commuting, family & friends trips and weekend getaways.
Travel in off-peak time
Save on train fare by avoiding peak times and travelling off-peak, allowing for the flexibility of your travel schedule.
Split Tickets
Save an extra 30% on train fare by splitting a long train journey into two parts and enjoy the same service at a cheaper price.