The average train between Bolton and Kettering takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Kettering. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Kettering at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Kettering? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Kettering station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Bolton to Kettering train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Kettering train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Bolton to Kettering train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Kettering is 174.4 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Kettering via Manchester Piccadilly, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 3h 45m.