How much is the train ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Northampton to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Northampton to Birmingham is 1h 3m, covering a distance of 45 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by West Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Northampton to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Northampton to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Northampton to Birmingham at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:23pm.

Train Northampton to Birmingham from $5

Next train departures

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:22pm	Long Buckby	53m	4:15pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:52pm	Long Buckby	52m	4:44pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	3:40pm	Northampton	1h 4m	4:44pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:10pm	Northampton	1h 4m	5:14pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Northampton	1h 5m	5:45pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on January 27
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

Next departures for Northampton to Birmingham on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:40pm	Northampton	1h 4m	4:44pm	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: Yesterday at 9:29 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Northampton to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

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

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $36	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $34	Average Duration1h 3m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $13	Average Duration1h	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. Travelers 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 $6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $6. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Northampton to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Northampton to Birmingham is 1h 3m, covering a distance of 45 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Northampton to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Northampton to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Northampton to Birmingham at 7:07am. And 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

01/24

$9

01/25

$10

Today

$13

01/27

$11

01/28

$9

01/29

$10

01/30

$9

01/31

$9

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $9

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 $9 to $32 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 $9 which is on 2026-01-30.