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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TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Northampton to Birmingham New Street15:103West Midlands Trains
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Northampton to London Euston15:201West Midlands Trains
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Northampton to Birmingham New Street15:403West Midlands Trains
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Northampton to London Euston15:481West Midlands Trains
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Northampton to Birmingham New Street16:103West Midlands Trains
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TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Birmingham New Street to Northampton14:062West Midlands Trains
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London Euston to Northampton14:2314West Midlands Trains
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Birmingham New Street to Northampton14:464AWest Midlands Trains
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London Euston to Northampton14:5613West Midlands Trains
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Birmingham New Street to Northampton15:063West Midlands Trains
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Station Details

Address

Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Friday open from 06:00:00 until 21:00:00

Saturday open from 06:00:00 until 21:00:00

Sunday open from 06:45:00 until 20:00:00

Ticket Machine

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

Cycle storage CCTV

Cycle storage notes

Services

Accessbility Facilities

Accessible Booking Office counter

Wheelchairs

Accessible ticket machines

Step-free access

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