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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackburn and Northampton takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackburn 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.

4h 4m
Duration
186 mi
Distance
£56
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 37m
£35–105

Blackburn to Northampton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Blackburn and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Northampton at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains9h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLumoWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains4h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Northampton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 186 mi
  • Duration: 4h 4m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Milton Keynes Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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