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Trip Overview

The average train between Northampton and Ludlow takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is an hourly train service from Northampton to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 31m
Duration
119 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain train
  3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain train
3h 9m
£36–88

Northampton to Ludlow train times

Trains run hourly between Northampton and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 57m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 7m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 1m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 14m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 1m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 14m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton to Ludlow? 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 Northampton to Ludlow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 9m.

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