The average train between Runcorn and Kettering takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Kettering at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Kettering station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Runcorn to Kettering train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.
Runcorn to Kettering train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Runcorn to Kettering train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Kettering is 170.6 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Kettering via Crewe, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 3h 31m.