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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Northampton is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Northampton is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £40 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Coach Park via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Northampton via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Manchester to Northampton?

The distance between Manchester and Northampton is 120 miles. The road distance is 121.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Manchester to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Northampton bus from?

Manchester to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Northampton train from?

Manchester to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Northampton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Northampton is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Manchester to Northampton bus arrive?

Manchester to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Northampton train arrive?

Manchester to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Northampton is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Manchester to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Manchester to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Rugby to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
1h 57m
£40–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707 / ...
5h 4m
£22–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905 / ...
4h 47m
£45–64
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Northamptoncar 120.8 mi
2h 47m
£30–44

Manchester to Northampton by train

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Northampton via Rugby in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Coach Park via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 4m.

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