The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Northampton
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Northampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Northampton will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
It's difficult to get from Holyhead to Northampton without transferring at least 2 times.
W09279+
L33412 · L32774
W09196 · W09204+
L33576
G55712+
W09218 · W09224+
L33588
G55718+
W09258 · W09265+
L33611
G56021+
W09239 · W09245+
L33598
W09196 · W09204+
L33576
W09279 · W09286+
L33622
G56021+
W09239 · W09245+
L33598
W09279+
L33412 · L32774
G55718+
W09258 · W09265+
L33611Live departures
Holyhead to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Northampton trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:48 PM Holyhead | 8h01 | 10:49 PM Northampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:31 PM Holyhead | 4h18 | 10:49 PM Northampton | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
W09196 · W09204+ L33576 | On time 8:53 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 4h02 | 12:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 2 transfers | |
G55712+ W09218 · W09224+ L33588 | On time 9:23 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 4h32 | 1:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 3 transfers | |
G56021+ W09239 · W09245+ L33598 | On time 10:38 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 4h19 | 2:57 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 3 transfers | |
G55718+ W09258 · W09265+ L33611 | On time 11:30 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 4h25 | 3:55 PM Northampton station (NMP) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Northampton
Trains from Holyhead to Northampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €61 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead to Northampton trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead and Northampton from €61. 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 Holyhead to Northampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Northampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Black Bridge
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops outside the station
- 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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