What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton is to line 174 bus and bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Bus Station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Northampton via Reading and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Northampton is 170 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Northampton without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Northampton bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Northampton bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Great Ostry station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Northampton train from?

Shepton Mallet to Northampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Northampton is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 174 bus and bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Northampton bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Northampton bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Northampton train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Northampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Northampton is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Shepton Mallet to Northampton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 174 bus

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

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
4h 31m
£70–128
Line 174 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 403
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus
7h 17m
£28–61
Line 174 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Oxfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X88 / ...
6h 17m
£41–75
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Northamptoncar 123.2 mi
2h 34m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain
5h 29m
£88–165

Shepton Mallet to Northampton by bus and train

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Northampton, England?

You can take a bus from Beech House to Northampton via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, Reading, and Coventry in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Ostry to Northampton Town Centre via Bus Station and London Heathrow Airport in around 7h 17m.

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