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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 | Birmingham New Street | Long Buckby | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Northampton by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Northampton?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Northampton start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Northampton?
The average train trip from Birmingham to Northampton takes 1h 1m and covers 73 km. The quickest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Northampton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Northampton?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Northampton departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 11:11pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Northampton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Northampton was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $12To 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 $12 to $43 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-16.
