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$ 106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 106
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 54 km from Northampton. The shortest flight to Northampton from Canada departs from Halifax and takes around 10h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 98 km from Northampton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Northampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 54 km from Northampton. The shortest flight to Northampton from Canada departs from Halifax and takes around 10h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 98 km from Northampton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Northampton

BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow
LTNLondon Luton

Airlines serving Northampton

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,992 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,390 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (919 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,576 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,075 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,393 reviews)
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Where to stay in Northampton

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Northampton, with prices from C$ 23 to C$ 3,941 per night. Town Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Northampton are about 5% 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$ 340+
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Holiday Inn Express Northampton - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 106+
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The Granary at Fawsley
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 271+
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Hilton Northampton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 143+
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Holiday Inn Northampton By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 94+
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Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 94+
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Renting a car in Northampton

Renting a car in Northampton costs C$ 66 per day, on average, or C$ 199 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, 19% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.92 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$ 35.04 and C$ 46.72. 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$ 66 per day, on average, or C$ 199 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, 19% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay C$ 2.92 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$ 35.04 and C$ 46.72. 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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