How much is the train ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham 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 Northampton to Birmingham?

The average train trip from Northampton to Birmingham takes 1h 2m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 50m and is operated by West Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Northampton to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 21 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 7:07am. The latest train departs at 11:23pm.

Train Northampton to Birmingham from $12

Next train departures

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10pm	Northampton	1h 4m	5:14pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:52pm	Long Buckby	52m	4:44pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	4:40pm	Northampton	1h 5m	5:45pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	5:10pm	Northampton	1h 4m	6:14pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	5:40pm	Northampton	1h 4m	6:44pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:10pm	Northampton	1h 4m	6:14pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:22am	Long Buckby	52m	9:14am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Northampton	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Northampton	1h 5m	8:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:10am	Northampton	1h 4m	9:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43am	Northampton	1h 1m	11:44am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	10:54am	Long Buckby	50m	11:44am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:06am	Northampton	1h 2m	10:08am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:33am	Northampton	1h 10m	10:43am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:59am	Northampton	1h 4m	11:03am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:22am	Long Buckby	52m	10:14am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Long Buckby	52m	8:14am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Northampton	1h 3m	8:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Northampton	1h 7m	8:44am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:10am	Northampton	1h 4m	9:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	Northampton	1h 5m	4:15pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Long Buckby	52m	8:14am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Northampton	1h 3m	8:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Northampton	1h 7m	8:44am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:10am	Northampton	1h 4m	9:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:33 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Northampton to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

73 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $62	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $47	Average Duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $16	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

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 with the WiFi. West Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $13

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Northampton to Birmingham 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 Northampton to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham 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 Northampton to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Northampton to Birmingham takes 1h 2m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 50m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Northampton to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 21 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 7:07am. The latest train departs at 11:23pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

No data

12-11

$15

Today

$21

12-13

$14

12-14

$15

12-15

$39

12-16

$39

12-17

$14

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $14

To 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 $14 to $45 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-13.