The average train between Kent and Northampton takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 12:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Northampton at 1:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Kent to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Northampton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Kent to Northampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Northampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Kent to Northampton train tickets online with Southeastern and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Kent and Northampton is 156.4 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Northampton via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 2h 37m.