The average train between Kettering and Wakefield takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Kettering to Wakefield. 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 Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Wakefield? 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 Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Wakefield station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Kettering to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Kettering to Wakefield train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Kettering and Wakefield is 151.9 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Wakefield Westgate via Leicester and Sheffield in around 2h 35m.