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

28.8 miles 46.4 km · straight line
39.3 miles actual route 63.2 km · driving distance
54min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Leicester from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Leicester to Northampton, United Kingdom is 28.8 miles (46.4 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located SSE of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 39.3 miles, taking about 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 54min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Leicester & Northampton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m 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 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 863.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM