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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northampton and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Northampton to Birmingham?

The distance between Northampton and Birmingham is 49 miles. The road distance is 53.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £14 - £40.

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

The train from Northampton to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Birmingham bus from?

Northampton to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Birmingham train from?

Northampton to Birmingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Northampton to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Northampton to Birmingham bus arrive?

Northampton to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Northampton to Birmingham train arrive?

Northampton to Birmingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Birmingham is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Northampton to Birmingham.

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

Book your Northampton to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Northampton to Birmingham?

Book your Northampton to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3353+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Can I share a ride from Northampton to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Northampton and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Northampton to Birmingham by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 4m
£14–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Northampton to Birminghamrideshare 54.7 mi
1h 19m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
1h 30m
£6–15
Drive 53.5 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Birminghamcar 53.5 mi
1h
£14–19

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Northampton to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £14–40 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Birmingham - Jennens Road twice daily. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 30m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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