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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Northampton is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Wales to Northampton?

The distance between Wales and Northampton is 158 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Wales to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Northampton bus from?

Wales to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Northampton train from?

Wales to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Northampton?

The best way to get from Wales to Northampton is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Wales to Northampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Northampton train arrive?

Wales to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Northampton is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Wales to Northampton.

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

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Wales to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 500 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 22m
£72–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk905 / ...
5h 35m
£33–76
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Northamptoncar 134.4 mi
2h 47m
£33–48
Train, bus, line 500 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Market Placebus S6
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus S6
4. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Pioneer Squarebus S5 / ...
5. Take the bus from Pioneer Square to Market Placebus 500
6. Take the bus from Market Place to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X88 / ...
6h 3m
£42–73

Wales to Northampton by train

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Wales and Northampton, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Northampton via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Northampton Town Centre via London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 35m.

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