Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Northampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Northampton

With a population of 197,322, Northampton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Northampton has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Northampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Hinds Head (Main Road) and Cartel Brasserie & Grill (17 Cotton End) are great picks.

When to visit Northampton

Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 113
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Northampton

Plane

Although Northampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 34 miles from Northampton. The shortest flight to Northampton from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Northampton, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Northampton to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 52 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Northampton is the busiest station in Northampton. Another popular train station is Northampton Long Buckby, located 9 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 61 miles from Northampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Northampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Northampton takes 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 15. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 10 for a journey of 135 miles. The most popular bus station is Northampton London Road/A508, located 1.5 miles from downtown Northampton. Northampton Far Cotton is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Northampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 34 miles from Northampton. The shortest flight to Northampton from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Northampton, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Northampton to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 52 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Northampton is the busiest station in Northampton. Another popular train station is Northampton Long Buckby, located 9 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 61 miles from Northampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Northampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Northampton takes 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 15. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 10 for a journey of 135 miles. The most popular bus station is Northampton London Road/A508, located 1.5 miles from downtown Northampton. Northampton Far Cotton is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Northampton

BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow
LTNLondon Luton

Airlines serving Northampton

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,522 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,785 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,016 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,663 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,412 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (869 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,450 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,577 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,291 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,401 reviews)
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Where to stay in Northampton

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Northampton, with prices from C$ 24 to C$ 1,031 per night. Town Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Northampton are about 35% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Northampton

Most booked hotels in Northampton

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Fawsley Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 332+
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Holiday Inn Express Northampton - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 90+
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The Granary at Fawsley
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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Hilton Northampton
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 125+
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Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 94+
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Sedgebrook Hall
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 114+
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Renting a car in Northampton

Renting a car in Northampton costs C$ 129 per day, on average, or C$ 387 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 63% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre in Northampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.46 and C$ 39.28. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Northampton, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Northampton costs C$ 129 per day, on average, or C$ 387 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 63% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre in Northampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.46 and C$ 39.28. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Northampton, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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