The average train between Carlisle and Northampton takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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 every 3 hours between Carlisle and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 8:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Northampton at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Northampton station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Carlisle to Northampton train services, operated by Lumo, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Northampton train services, operated by Lumo, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
Book your Carlisle to Northampton train tickets online with Lumo, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Carlisle and Northampton is 323.9 km. The road distance is 424 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Milton Keynes Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Lumo also services this route 3 times a day.