The average train between Leeds and Kettering takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 hourly between Leeds and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Kettering at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Chesterfield and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leeds to Kettering? 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 Leeds to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Kettering station via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Leeds to Kettering train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Kettering train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Leeds to Kettering train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Leeds and Kettering is 164.9 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Kettering via Chesterfield and Leicester in around 2h 47m.