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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Manchester and Kettering. The average train journey from Manchester to Kettering takes 4 hours and 16 minutes, but some TransPennine Express + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (158 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 39m |
| Lowest price | $22.54 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Kettering?
2 train services operate from Manchester to Kettering. TransPennine Express + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 2 | 7h 9m | $60.74 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 14 | 3h 52m | $61.34 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Kettering start from $41, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Kettering. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Kettering trains arrive at Kettering Train Station .
From Manchester to Kettering train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 7 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kettering faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 39 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Kettering.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Kettering start from $23, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Kettering. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly and one other station. And in Kettering trains arrive at Kettering Train Station .
From Manchester to Kettering train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kettering faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 39 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 14 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Kettering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Manchester to Kettering are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 16 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 Kettering to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and bus station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent buses to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Piccadilly
Where is the train station in Kettering?
Main arrival station: Kettering Train Station
Kettering has one train station.
All train stations in Kettering:
Kettering Train Station
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