The average train between Northampton and Trafford takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to Trafford. 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 Trafford. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Trafford at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Trafford station via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Northampton to Trafford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Trafford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Parkway station.
The distance between Northampton and Trafford is 166.7 km. The road distance is 199 km.
There is no direct connection from Northampton to Trafford. However, you can take the train to Rugby, take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, walk to St Peter's Square, then take the vehicle to Parkway.