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Outbound fromNewbury to Northampton by train
It takes an average of 3h 14m to travel from Newbury to Northampton by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Newbury to Northampton and tickets for this journey start from £54.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | Newbury | |
| Arrival station | Northampton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 21m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £54.10 | |
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Taking the train from Newbury to Northampton in 2 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Newbury to Northampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 14 minutes to travel the 61 miles (98 km) from Newbury to Northampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Newbury to Northampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £54.10. 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 Newbury to Northampton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
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 Newbury to Northampton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.