The average train between Northampton and York takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:12 PM which arrives into York at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to York. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at York station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Northampton to York train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to York train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at York station.
Book your Northampton to York train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Northampton and York is 190.3 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to York via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 27m.