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Outbound fromKettering to Oxford by train
It takes an average of 4h 24m to travel from Kettering to Oxford by train, over a distance of around 50 miles (80 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Kettering to Oxford and tickets for this journey start from £67 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:00 | |
| Departure station | Kettering | |
| Arrival station | Oxford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 51m | |
| Distance | 50 miles (80 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £67 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways |
How to travel from Kettering to Oxford by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Kettering to Oxford? Look no further.
You'll usually find 16 trains per day running between Kettering and Oxford, which usually take 4 hours 24 minutes to complete the 50 miles (80 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Oxford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Kettering to Oxford start from £67.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Oxford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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