The average train between Bolton and Northampton takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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 Bolton and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Northampton at 12:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Northampton station via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Bolton to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Bolton to Northampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bolton and Northampton is 181 km. The road distance is 210 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m.