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Outbound fromNorthampton to Kilmarnock by train
It takes an average of 7h 47m to travel from Northampton to Kilmarnock by train, over a distance of around 275 miles (443 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Northampton to Kilmarnock and tickets for this journey start from £121.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Northampton | |
| Arrival station | Kilmarnock | |
| Journey time | From 5h 43m | |
| Distance | 275 miles (443 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £121.30 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
About the train journey from Northampton to Kilmarnock
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The train from Northampton to Kilmarnock usually takes 7 hours 47 minutes on average to travel 275 miles (443 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 43 minutes. You can expect to find 21 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Kilmarnock, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Northampton to Kilmarnock if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £121.30. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Northampton to Kilmarnock
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Northampton to Kilmarnock is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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