The average train between Sheerness and Northampton takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Sheerness 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 Sheerness and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheerness is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Northampton at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Sittingbourne and take an average of 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sheerness to Northampton? 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 Sheerness to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Sheerness station and arriving at Northampton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Sheerness to Northampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Sittingbourne station.
Sheerness to Northampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Sheerness to Northampton train tickets online with Southeastern and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Sheerness and Northampton is 144.4 km. The road distance is 189 km.
You can take a train from Sheerness-on-Sea to Northampton via Sittingbourne, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 3h 6m.