Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Northampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
£58
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 British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Northampton departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

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 GREEN MOTION 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 34 miles from Northampton. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Northampton departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Northampton

BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow
LTNLondon Luton

Airlines serving Northampton

Lufthansa
Good (8,134 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,113 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,445 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,467 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,991 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,618 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,879 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,336 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
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Where to stay in Northampton

Average rates range from around £65 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £122 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Northampton, with prices from £13 to £2,232 per night. Town Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Northampton are about 15% 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
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£179+
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Holiday Inn Northampton By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Mercure Northampton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Mercure Daventry Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Sedgebrook Hall
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Northampton

Hiring a car in Northampton costs £39 per day, on average, or £78 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.95 and £23.93. The most frequently booked car type in Northampton is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen C3 Aircross or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Northampton costs £39 per day, on average, or £78 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.95 and £23.93. The most frequently booked car type in Northampton is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen C3 Aircross or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Northampton

Mini

2 adults, 2 Bags

£21/day

Mini

Luxury

5 adults, 5 Bags

£60/day

Luxury
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