Situated in the heart of Britain means Northamptonshire is not as far away as you may think.

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Getting to Northamptonshire by Air

With six international airports located within 65 miles of Northamptonshire, you’ve found the perfect destination for your next relaxing weekend break or holiday. Whether you’re coming from Europe, America or further afield, within an hour’s drive you can be sitting under the trees enjoying a picnic in the grounds of a fine stately home or relaxing on board a narrow boat on the Grand Union Canal.

Distances by road from each of the airports to Northamptonshire are below. Click on the direction buttons for driving directions from each airport to the county town, Northampton.

Coventry: 29.5 miles. Directions

London Luton: 38.3 miles. Directions

Birmingham: 48.2 miles. Directions

Nottingham East Midlands: 52.4 miles. Directions

London Heathrow: 69.3 miles. Directions

London Stansted: 87.4 miles. Directions

Coventry Airport is Northamptonshire’s local airport

Thomsonfly flies to/from Coventry airport. The low fares airline offers direct flights from Coventry to an exciting range of European destinations including Paris, Salzburg, Amsterdam and Barcelona. The airport is just 30 miles away from the county border. See below for transport information.

By Bus: Service 737 runs every hour on the half hour from 0630 – 2230 from the Airport and 0600 – 2300 from Pool Meadow Bus Station.
The bus operated by Mike de Courcey Travel, runs between the Airport and Coventry Railway station. Click here to visit their website. Trains from Coventry to Northampton are available throughout the day.

By rail: Coventry Railway Station is 5km from the Airport and is connected by the 737 bus. Coventry Railway Station is on the same line as Northampton Railway Station. To plan your train journery, click here.

By car: Northamptonshire is easily accessible from Coventry airport via A45/M45 and A46/M6. Click here for directions from the airport to Northampton, the county town of Northamptonshire.