The average train between Exeter and Northampton takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Northampton at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Northampton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Exeter to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Exeter to Northampton train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Exeter and Northampton is 249.6 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Northampton via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 49m.