First train | 04:27 | |
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Last train | 18:50 | |
Departure station | Plymouth | |
Arrival station | Kettering | |
Journey time | From 5h 6m | |
Distance | 203 miles (326 km) | |
Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Plymouth to Kettering? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 34 minutes to travel the 203 miles (326 km) from Plymouth to Kettering by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Kettering. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Plymouth to Kettering in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Kettering by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Plymouth and Kettering is 6 hours and 34 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Plymouth to Kettering is 5 hours and 6 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Plymouth to Kettering. Travelling from Plymouth to Kettering by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Plymouth to Kettering leaves at 04:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Plymouth to Kettering leaves at 18:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Plymouth to Kettering cover a distance of around 203 miles (326 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Kettering to Plymouth.
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