The average train between Kettering and Thirsk takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Thirsk. 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 Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Thirsk? 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 Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Thirsk station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Kettering to Thirsk train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Thirsk train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at York station.
Book your Kettering to Thirsk train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Thirsk is 208 km. The road distance is 453 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Thirsk via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and York in around 3h 43m.