The average train between Northampton and Bury takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to Bury. 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 Northampton and Bury. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Bury at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Northampton to Bury? 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 Northampton to Bury. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Bury station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Northampton to Bury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Bury train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Bury station.
The distance between Northampton and Bury is 177.6 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Bury via Coventry, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 10m.