The average train between Preston and Northampton takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Northampton at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Northampton station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Preston to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
Book your Preston to Northampton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Lumo.
The distance between Preston and Northampton is 207.7 km. The road distance is 280 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Milton Keynes Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Lumo also services this route 3 times a day.