The average train between Bradford and Northampton takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford 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 Bradford and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Northampton at 9:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bradford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Northampton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.
Bradford to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Northampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Bradford to Northampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bradford and Northampton is 181.2 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Northampton via Leeds and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 19m.