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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Northampton | Birmingham New Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Long Buckby | Birmingham New Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Northampton | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Northampton | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Northampton to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. West Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 85
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Northampton to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham start from R 85. The average price for this train route is around R 375. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Northampton to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Northampton to Birmingham is 1h 3m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Northampton to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Northampton to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Northampton to Birmingham departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Northampton to Birmingham was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 139To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 139 to R 520 for a train ticket from Northampton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 139, which is on 2026-01-30.
