The average train between Stamford and Northampton takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford 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 Stamford and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Northampton at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stamford 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 Stamford to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Northampton station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Stamford to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stamford station.
Stamford to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Northampton station.
Book your Stamford to Northampton train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Stamford and Northampton is 52.1 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Northampton via Nuneaton and Rugby in around 2h 33m.