How to travel from Wrexham to Northampton, United Kingdom

The distance between Wrexham and Northampton is around 194km (121 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Wrexham to Northampton by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Birmingham International and then to Northampton.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £52($62)
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Drive

Drive to Northampton.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance194km (121 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wrexham and Northampton

There are several options for getting from Wrexham to Northampton by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £52 ($62) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £34 ($40).

The distance between Wrexham and Northampton is around 194km (121 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 168km (104 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Wrexham and Northampton by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wrexham to Northampton is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx £34 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Wrexham and Northampton, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £52 ($62) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wrexham and Northampton. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wrexham to Northampton. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Birmingham International. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Transport for Wales and London Midland run train services between Wrexham and Northampton. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Wrexham and Northampton. We recommend that you drive to Northampton. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wrexham to Northampton. We recommend that you take the train to Birmingham International and then to Northampton. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Northampton is London Luton Airport (LTN) (LTN) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Northampton. Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Wrexham and Northampton. The distance is around 194km (121 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wrexham to Northampton is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around £52 ($62).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Wrexham and Northampton

Transport options from Wrexham to Northampton
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 55m
£52($62)
every 3 hours195km (121 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
£34($40)
on demand194km (121 miles)

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Airports near Northampton

The following major airports near Northampton offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LTN
London Luton Airport (LTN)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Northampton
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
61km (38 miles) from Northampton
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
72km (45 miles) from Northampton