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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Northampton

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33

train journeys
per day

28

miles (46 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Northampton is approximately 28 miles (46 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Northampton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:18
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:07
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Leicester
    Northampton
    Leicester to Northampton

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Northampton

The travel time between Leicester and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Northampton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Northampton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Northampton. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Northampton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Northampton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.