The average train between Kettering and Preston takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Preston. 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 Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Preston? 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 Preston. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Preston station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Kettering to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Kettering to Preston train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Preston is 201.2 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Preston via Leicester, Nuneaton, and Stafford in around 4h 12m.