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Northampton to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Northampton to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 12.34, with average prices for this route around AU$ 51.33. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Jul 31
    From AU$ 25.50
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From AU$ 22.42
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From AU$ 20.05
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AU$ 20.57
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From AU$ 15.43
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From AU$ 44.83
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From AU$ 12.34
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:20
Northampton
07:43
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 23m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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06:01
Northampton
08:25
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 24m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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06:06
Northampton
08:37
Manchester Oxford Road
2h 31m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railway
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06:06
Northampton
08:42
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 36m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern
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06:06
Northampton
08:59
Manchester Piccadilly
2h 53m, No directWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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06:17
Northampton
08:25
Paris
2h 8m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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Northampton to Manchester train route details

First train
First train
05:20
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Northampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 54m
Distance
Distance
165 km
Price
Price
AU$ 12.34*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Northampton to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Northampton to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Northampton to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Northampton to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Northampton to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Northampton to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.