The average train between Wakefield and Northampton takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Northampton at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Northampton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Wakefield to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Wakefield to Northampton train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Wakefield and Northampton is 164.6 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Northampton via Birmingham New Street in around 3h.