What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Coach Park via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Northampton via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Northampton is 122 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Northampton without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Northampton bus from?

Greater Manchester to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Northampton train from?

Greater Manchester to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Northampton bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Northampton train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Northampton is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Greater Manchester to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Northampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Rugby to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 3m
£43–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
4h 20m
£29–69
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Northamptoncar 120 mi
2h 40m
£30–43
Line 87 bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Watford Junction to Northamptontrain
4h 52m
£76–295
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Meadowhalltrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
5h 12m
£30–51

Greater Manchester to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Northampton, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Northampton via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, and Rugby in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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