The average train between Carnforth and Northampton takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Carnforth to Northampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Carnforth and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Northampton at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carnforth to Northampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Northampton station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Carnforth to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Carnforth to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Carnforth to Northampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Carnforth and Northampton is 243.7 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Carnforth to Northampton via Lancaster, Crewe, and Rugby in around 3h 58m.