The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Manchester
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€31
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€65
Fastest journey on Oct 20
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
2 h 32 m
Trains on Oct 20
10
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Manchester will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Northampton to Manchester without transferring at least once.
Y80775+
W340656:17 AM2h08Northampton station (NMP)8:25 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way1 transfer
Y80784+
W342046:39 AM2h06Northampton station (NMP)8:45 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way1 transfer
P69505+
G667167:11 AM2h48Northampton station (NMP)9:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way1 transfer
Y80794 · C17750 · W70499+
G667218:10 AM2h49Northampton station (NMP)10:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way3 transfers
Y80805 · C17848 · W70507+
G008549:10 AM2h49Northampton station (NMP)11:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way3 transfers
Y80784+
W342046:39 AM2h06Northampton station (NMP)8:45 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way1 transfer
Y80775+
W340656:17 AM2h08Northampton station (NMP)8:25 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€311One-way1 transfer
P69505+
G667167:11 AM2h48Northampton station (NMP)9:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way1 transfer
Y80794 · C17750 · W70499+
G667218:10 AM2h49Northampton station (NMP)10:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way3 transfers
Y80805 · C17848 · W70507+
G008549:10 AM2h49Northampton station (NMP)11:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€731One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Manchester
Trains from Northampton to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Northampton to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y80775+ W34065 | 6:17 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h08 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34204+ Y80784 | Delayed 6:00 AM 6:39 AMNorthampton station (NMP) | 2h06 | 8:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G66716+ P69505 | 7:11 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h48 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Y80794 · C17750 · W70499+ G66721 | 8:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
G66721+ Y80794 | 8:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Y80805 · C17848 · W70507+ G00854 | 9:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
Y80805+ G00854 | 9:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C17883 · C17878 · W70521+ G66730 | 10:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
C17883+ G66730 | 10:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
Y80826 · C17873 · W70531+ G66735 | 11:10 AM Northampton station (NMP) | 2h49 | 1:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Northampton to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Northampton to Manchester
Most Northampton to Manchester trains use the Northampton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northampton station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Northampton from Northampton city centre
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton train station facilities and services
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Northampton arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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