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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Northampton is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Northampton via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Southampton to Northampton?

The distance between Southampton and Northampton is 147 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Northampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Southampton to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Northampton bus from?

Southampton to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Northampton train from?

Southampton to Northampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Northampton?

The best way to get from Southampton to Northampton is to train via London which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Southampton to Northampton bus arrive?

Southampton to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Northampton train arrive?

Southampton to Northampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Northampton is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Southampton to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Southampton to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 45m
£55–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905 / ...
4h 40m
£20–44
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Northamptoncar 110.3 mi
1h 56m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 5m
£77–119

Southampton to Northampton by train and subway

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Northampton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Northampton Town Centre via London Heathrow Airport in around 4h 40m.

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