The average train between Kettering and Cardiff takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Cardiff. 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 Kettering and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Cardiff? 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 Kettering to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Cardiff station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Kettering to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Kettering to Cardiff train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Kettering and Cardiff is 196.8 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Cardiff Central via Leicester and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 22m.