What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Northampton?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Northampton is to bus which costs £7 - £17 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Northampton?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Northampton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Northampton Town Centre. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Northampton via Crewe and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Chester to Northampton?

The distance between Chester and Northampton is 116 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Northampton without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £21 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Northampton?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Chester to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Northampton bus from?

Chester to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Northampton train from?

Chester to Northampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Northampton?

The best way to get from Chester to Northampton is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £21 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £17 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Northampton bus arrive?

Chester to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton Town Centre station.

Where does the Chester to Northampton train arrive?

Chester to Northampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Chester to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Northampton is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Chester to Northampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Northampton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Northampton?

Book your Chester to Northampton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Chester to Northampton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Northampton by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
2h 39m
£22–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn21
3h 35m
£7–17
Drive 125.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Northamptoncar 125.3 mi
2h 21m
£31–45
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 24m
£22–84
Bus via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to B'ham Airport Bus Terminalbus 551
2. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Coach Parkbus 707
6h
£26–58

Chester to Northampton by train

186Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Northampton, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Crewe to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £9–35 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Northampton Town Centre once daily. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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