The average train between Rotherham and Northampton takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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.
Trains run hourly between Rotherham and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Northampton at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rotherham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Northampton station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Rotherham to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Northampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Northampton station.
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The distance between Rotherham and Northampton is 135 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Northampton via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 6m.