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 and line 707 bus which costs £26 - £45 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 38m and costs £30 - £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 Levenshulme and arriving at Northampton via Stockport and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Northampton?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Northampton is 119 miles. The road distance is 121.8 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 10m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m 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 Stockport 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 10m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 707 bus, which costs £26 - £45 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 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Greater Manchester to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 917+ hotels available in 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 Stockport to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
3h 10m
£38–69
Bus, line 707 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Coach Parkbus 707 / ...
4h 20m
£26–41
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Northamptoncar 121.1 mi
2h 38m
£31–44
Line 111 bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Beveridge Street to Chester Streetbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain
4h 54m
£92–340
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 16m
£27–42

Greater Manchester to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Stockport to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Raby Street to Coach Park via Milton Keynes Coachway in around 4h 20m.

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