Train from Birmingham to Northampton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Northampton on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Long BuckbyCheapest
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Long BuckbyFastest
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Long BuckbyNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Long BuckbyNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Long BuckbyNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Northampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Northampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
45 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £60Average duration1h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £26Average duration1h 1m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£8 - £12Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Northampton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Northampton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Northampton start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Northampton?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Northampton is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Northampton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 22 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Northampton?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Northampton departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Northampton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Northampton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Birmingham to Northampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Northampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/12
£8
10/12
£7
Today
£17
12/12
£7
13/12
£7
14/12
£7
15/12
£7
16/12
£7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Northampton was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Northampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £24 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Northampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-16.

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