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Outbound fromNorthampton to Birmingham New Street by train
It takes an average of 1h 7m to travel from Northampton to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 45 miles (73 km). There are normally 49 trains per day travelling from Northampton to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £5.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Northampton | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 51m | |
| Distance | 45 miles (73 km) | |
| Frequency | 49 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.80 |
Travelling by train from Northampton to Birmingham New Street
Looking to travel from Northampton to Birmingham New Street by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Northampton to Birmingham New Street usually takes around 1h 2m but can take just 50m on the fastest services, with around 86 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
You’ll be travelling on a West Midlands Railway service on your way to Birmingham, as they operate all trains on this route. During your journey, you can enjoy free WiFi, plug sockets, and access to their onboard entertainment platform called Loop.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – train tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham New Street with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Northampton to Birmingham New Street
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Northampton to Birmingham New Street 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.