4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Northampton
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Northampton will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Northampton on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 147 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€79 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Northampton trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Bristol | 4h24 | 2:24 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:31 AM Bristol | 2h36 | 1:07 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM Bristol | 3h22 | 2:52 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| 4:23 AM Bristol | 4h02 | 8:25 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Bristol | 3h27 | 10:57 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Bristol | 2h37 | 10:37 AM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Bristol | 3h25 | 12:25 PM Northampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Northampton
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Trains from Bristol to Northampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 04:05 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Bristol to Northampton trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Northampton from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Northampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Northampton
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
ParkingLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of St Andrew Road
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
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