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Outbound fromLiverpool to Northampton by train
It takes an average of 3h 52m to travel from Liverpool to Northampton by train, over a distance of around 119 miles (191 km). There are normally 125 trains per day travelling from Liverpool to Northampton and tickets for this journey start from £11.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:57 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool | |
| Arrival station | Northampton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 3m | |
| Distance | 119 miles (191 km) | |
| Frequency | 125 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £11.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Liverpool to Northampton in 2 hours 3 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Liverpool to Northampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 52 minutes to travel the 119 miles (191 km) from Liverpool to Northampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 125 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Northampton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Liverpool to Northampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £11.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Northampton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Northampton
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool to Northampton is right for you.
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National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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