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The average train between Lincoln and Northampton takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Lincoln 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 33m
Duration
120 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain train
  2. Take the train from Nottingham to Tamworth High Leveltrain train
  3. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain train
3h 57m
£45–85

Lincoln to Northampton train times

Trains run hourly between Lincoln and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Northampton at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 55m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains9h 7m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 58m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 51m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 52m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 53m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 52m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 41m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 49m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 58m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 58m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 51m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 57m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Northampton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 119.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Northampton via Nottingham, Tamworth, and Rugby in around 3h 57m.

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