Taking the train from Taunton to Kettering in 3 hours 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Taunton to Kettering? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 59 minutes to travel the 139 miles (223 km) from Taunton to Kettering by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 CrossCountry 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 Taunton 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Taunton to Kettering
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Taunton to Kettering is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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