What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Kettering station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Kettering?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Kettering via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Kettering?

The distance between Bournemouth and Kettering is 183 miles. The road distance is 152 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Kettering without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Kettering?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Bournemouth to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kettering bus from?

Bournemouth to Kettering bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kettering train from?

Bournemouth to Kettering train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Kettering?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kettering is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £120 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kettering bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Kettering bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kettering train arrive?

Bournemouth to Kettering train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Kettering is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Bournemouth to Kettering.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Kettering?

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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Bournemouth to Kettering - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Kettering by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to KetteringLondon St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 23m
£36–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Park
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Police StationX4
5h 1m
£27–112
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Kettering151.1 mi
2h 36m
£37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to BanburyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Northampton Road to Northampton Bus InterchangeX88 / ...
6h 17m
£59–106

Bournemouth to Kettering by train, subway, and foot

234Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Kettering, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Kettering via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 5h 1m.

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