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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Northampton

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35

train journeys
per day

109

miles (176 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton is approximately 109 miles (176 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 14 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:41
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    18:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Northampton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Northampton

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street 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 Cardiff Queen Street & Northampton. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Northampton.

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