The average train between Northampton and Shildon takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to Shildon. 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 Northampton and Shildon. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Shildon at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northampton to Shildon? 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 Northampton to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Shildon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Northampton to Shildon train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Shildon train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Northampton to Shildon train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Northampton and Shildon is 270 km. The road distance is 494 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Shildon via London Euston, King's Cross, and Darlington in around 5h 8m.