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It takes an average of 4h 50m to travel from St Helens Central to Kettering by train, over a distance of around 111 miles (178 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from St Helens Central to Kettering and tickets for this journey start from £40.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | St Helens Central | |
| Arrival station | Kettering | |
| Journey time | From 3h 19m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (178 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £40.30 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from St Helens Central to Kettering in 3 hours 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens Central to Kettering? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 50 minutes to travel the 111 miles (178 km) from St Helens Central to Kettering by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway 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 St Helens Central to Kettering in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £40.30. 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.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Kettering?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.