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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Kettering is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Kettering is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Carlisle and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Kettering?

The distance between Cumbria and Kettering is 242 miles. The road distance is 221 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Kettering without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 15m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Cumbria to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Kettering bus from?

Cumbria to Kettering bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Kettering?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Kettering is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 15m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Cumbria to Kettering bus arrive?

Cumbria to Kettering bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton Town Centre station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Kettering is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Cumbria to Kettering.

Where can I stay near Kettering?

There are 678+ hotels available in Kettering.

Cumbria to Kettering - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cumbria to Kettering by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
6h 15m
£90–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn31
9h 35m
£33–63
Drive 219.7 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Ketteringcar 219.7 mi
3h 49m
£54–77
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
6h 44m
£104–172
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
8h 27m
£90–165

Cumbria to Kettering by bus and train

83Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cumbria to Kettering.

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Kettering via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Manchester Piccadilly, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Carlisle to Northampton Town Centre 5 times a week. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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