The average train between Swindon and Northampton takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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 Swindon and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Northampton at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Northampton station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Swindon to Northampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Northampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Swindon to Northampton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Swindon and Northampton is 98.6 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Northampton via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 17m.