Darlington to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159.5 miles 256.7 km · straight line
186.1 miles actual route 299.5 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
£28 - £35 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
170° S bearing direction

How far is Darlington from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Darlington to Northampton, United Kingdom is 159.5 miles (256.7 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located S of Darlington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.1 miles, taking about 3h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Darlington and Northampton, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Darlington to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min £28 - £35 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Darlington & Northampton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Darlington
54.52°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
40m elevation
Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 156.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM