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. We recommend you stay at least 10 days in order to fully appreciate everything Northampton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Northampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Red Lion (East Haddon) (Main Street East Haddon) and Greens Restaurant - Northampton (90 Windingbrook Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Northampton

Northampton in December
Estimated hotel price
AED 278
1 night at 3-star hotel
Northampton in December
Estimated hotel price
AED 278
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. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia and other airlines departing from the United Arab Emirates. The shortest flight to Northampton from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 11h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Northampton, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Northampton to Nottingham takes 1h 38m and costs around AED 106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about AED 106 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 2.0 km from the city centre, Northampton is the busiest station in Northampton. Another popular train station is Northampton Long Buckby, located 15 km from the centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Northampton, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Northampton takes 95 miles and will cost you around AED 26. From Bristol, the ticket costs about AED 15 for a journey of 217 km. The most popular bus station is Northampton London Road/A508, located 4 km from the city centre of Northampton. Northampton Far Cotton is also a commonly used station, and is 2.9 km 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. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia and other airlines departing from the United Arab Emirates. The shortest flight to Northampton from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 11h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Northampton, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Northampton to Nottingham takes 1h 38m and costs around AED 106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about AED 106 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 2.0 km from the city centre, Northampton is the busiest station in Northampton. Another popular train station is Northampton Long Buckby, located 15 km from the centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Northampton, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Northampton takes 95 miles and will cost you around AED 26. From Bristol, the ticket costs about AED 15 for a journey of 217 km. The most popular bus station is Northampton London Road/A508, located 4 km from the city centre of Northampton. Northampton Far Cotton is also a commonly used station, and is 2.9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Northampton

Airlines serving Northampton

Lufthansa
Good (4,596 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (836 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Northampton

Average rates range from around AED 458 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 515 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ibis Northampton Centre and The Langham Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Northampton

Most booked hotels in Northampton

Holiday Inn Express Northampton - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 229+
The Plough Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 305+
Ibis Northampton Centre
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 231+
Hotel Campanile Northampton
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
AED 219+
Travelodge Northampton Wootton
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 152+
Days Inn by Wyndham Watford Gap
2 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
AED 192+

Hiring a car in Northampton

Expect to pay AED 6.80 per litre in Northampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. The most frequently booked car type in Northampton is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.80 per litre in Northampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. The most frequently booked car type in Northampton is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.