What is the cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Northampton?

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Northampton is to bus which costs £15 - £28 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lincoln to Northampton?

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at Northampton Bus Interchange via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Northampton via Nottingham, Tamworth and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Northampton?

The distance between Lincoln and Northampton is 96 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lincoln to Northampton without a car?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Northampton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Lincoln to Northampton?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Lincoln to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Northampton bus from?

Lincoln to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Northampton train from?

Lincoln to Northampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Northampton?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Northampton is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Lincoln to Northampton bus arrive?

Lincoln to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Lincoln to Northampton train arrive?

Lincoln to Northampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Northampton is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Lincoln to Northampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Lincoln to Northampton?

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There are 5 ways to get from Lincoln to Northampton by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Northamptonbus Uk900 / ...
3h 16m
£15–28
Train
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Tamworth High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain
3h 55m
£45–83
Drive 79 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Northamptoncar 79 mi
1h 46m
£20–29
Train, bus via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Market Harboroughtrain
3. Take the bus from Market Hall to Marriott Streetbus 77 / ...
4h 8m
£40–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to (Corby) George Street Stop Abus X4
3. Take the bus from (Corby) George Street Stop A to St Edmund's Streetbus X4
5h 15m
£25–42

Lincoln to Northampton by train

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Distance: 95 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Lincoln, England and Northampton, England?

You can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to Northampton Bus Interchange via St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, and Lake in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lincoln Central to Northampton via Nottingham, Tamworth, and Rugby in around 3h 55m.

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