4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Nottingham
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Nottingham will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 4 trains that leave Northampton for Nottingham on Fri, Aug 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
9:10 AM2h12Northampton11:22 AMNottingham€421One-way0 transfers- 1:10 PM2h12Northampton3:22 PMNottingham€461One-way0 transfers
8:40 AM2h37Northampton11:17 AMNottingham€621One-way0 transfers- 7:06 PM2h17Northampton9:23 PMNottingham€641One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM2h12Northampton11:22 AMNottingham€421One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM2h12Northampton3:22 PMNottingham€461One-way0 transfers
- 7:06 PM2h17Northampton9:23 PMNottingham€641One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM2h37Northampton11:17 AMNottingham€621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Northampton to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 80 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€50 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Nottingham trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 AM Northampton | 2h08 | 10:18 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 AM Northampton | 2h37 | 11:17 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 AM Northampton | 2h12 | 11:22 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Northampton | 2h50 | 7:00 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Nottingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northampton to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 9:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway from Northampton to Nottingham trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Northampton and Nottingham from €13. 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 Northampton to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Northampton to Nottingham
Most Northampton to Nottingham trains use the Northampton to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northampton station do trains to Nottingham 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 Nottingham station do trains from Northampton arrive at?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.
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