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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Northampton is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Northampton is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Northampton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Penrith and arriving at Northampton Town Centre. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Northampton via Crewe and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Penrith to Northampton?

The distance between Penrith and Northampton is 218 miles. The road distance is 225.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Northampton without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Penrith to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Northampton bus from?

Penrith to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Northampton train from?

Penrith to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Northampton?

The best way to get from Penrith to Northampton is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Penrith to Northampton bus arrive?

Penrith to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton Town Centre station.

Where does the Penrith to Northampton train arrive?

Penrith to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Northampton is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Penrith to Northampton.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
3h 41m
£72–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn31
4h 50m
£26–45
Drive 224.3 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Northamptoncar 224.3 mi
3h 42m
£55–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Northamptontrain
5h 31m
£93–206
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Coventrytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 11m
£80–139

Penrith to Northampton by train

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Northampton via Crewe and Rugby in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Penrith to Northampton Town Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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