The average train between Harpenden and Kettering takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Harpenden 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 every 30 minutes between Harpenden and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Kettering at 12:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Harpenden station and arriving at Kettering station via Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.
Harpenden to Kettering train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton Airport Parkway station.
Harpenden to Kettering train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Harpenden to Kettering train tickets online with Thameslink and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Harpenden and Kettering is 69.4 km. The road distance is 76 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kettering hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 38 min.