Explore Northampton to Great Yarmouth by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Northampton to Great Yarmouth aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost for travel between Northampton and Great Yarmouth

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$202.94, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Northampton to Great Yarmouth departure timetable

On this route, 44 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Northampton at 04:15 and the last leaving at 23:37 during the week.

For weekend travel to Great Yarmouth, the earliest departure is at 05:15 and the last one is at 23:30. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 16 minutes.

How long does the train from Northampton to Great Yarmouth take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 6 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 183 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Northampton and Great Yarmouth

Tickets for travel between Northampton and Great Yarmouth can be booked 4 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Northampton to Great Yarmouth

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Great Yarmouth city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Northampton to Great Yarmouth?

The total distance from Northampton to Great Yarmouth is 183 kilometres.

How much does the train from Northampton to Great Yarmouth cost?

The lowest fare on this route is AU$202.94. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Northampton to Great Yarmouth?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Northampton to Great Yarmouth?

The fastest journey takes 4 hours and 6 minutes.