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Trip Summary
You can pick from 28 daily train trips between Kettering and Blackpool. The average train journey from Kettering to Blackpool takes 4 hours and 59 minutes, but some East Midlands Trains + Connections train trips are as short as 4 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 137 mi (221 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 22m |
| Lowest price | £78.67 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kettering to Blackpool?
East Midlands Trains + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Kettering to Blackpool. However, there are 28 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 28 | 5h 0m | £78.67 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Kettering to Blackpool start from £37, and on average cost . Daily there are 28 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Blackpool. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Kettering leaves from Kettering Train Station . And in Blackpool trains arrive at Blackpool North and 3 other train stations.
From Kettering to Blackpool train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 5 hours and 0 minutes. If you are looking to get to Blackpool faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers 28 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Blackpool.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kettering and Blackpool is approximately 137 miles, or 221 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 22 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Kettering to Blackpool on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kettering at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 28 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Blackpool to Kettering.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kettering?
Main departure station: Kettering Train Station
There is one train station in Kettering.
All train stations in Kettering:
Kettering Train Station
Where is the train station in Blackpool?
Main arrival station: Blackpool South
There are more train stations and stops in Blackpool than most cities. Most trains from Kettering will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Blackpool:
Train stations in Blackpool:
Blackpool South
Layton (Lancs) Station
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station
Blackpool North
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