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Trip Overview

The average train between Northampton and South Wales takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to South Wales. 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 55m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Northampton to South Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Northampton and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:12 PM which arrives into South Wales at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton to South Wales? 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 South Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178 mi
  • Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Northampton to Cwmbach via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 9m.

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