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The average train between Northampton and Plymouth takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 12m
Duration
265 mi
Distance
£127
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain train London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 36m
£110–178

Northampton to Plymouth train times

Trains run hourly between Northampton and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 11:44 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 5m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 4m • 1 change

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 265.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Plymouth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 36m.

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