The average train between Deal and Kettering takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal 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 Deal and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Kettering at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Deal to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Kettering station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Deal to Kettering train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Kettering train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Deal to Kettering train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Deal and Kettering is 196.2 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Kettering via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 36m.