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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kettering is to bus and line 18 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Kettering is to train which takes 22 min and costs £7 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Haymarket Bus Station and arriving at Bus Interchange via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Kettering?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Kettering. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Kettering?

The distance between Leicester and Kettering is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Kettering without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £7 - £25.

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

The train from Leicester to Kettering takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kettering bus from?

Leicester to Kettering bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from Haymarket Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kettering train from?

Leicester to Kettering train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Kettering?

The best way to get from Leicester to Kettering is to train which takes 22 min and costs £7 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus and line 18 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Kettering bus arrive?

Leicester to Kettering bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at The Square station.

Where does the Leicester to Kettering train arrive?

Leicester to Kettering train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Kettering station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Kettering is 27 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Leicester to Kettering.

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

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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Leicester to Kettering - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
22 min
£7–25
Bus, line 18 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to The Squarebus X7
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Bus Interchangebus 18
2h 10m
£5–6
Drive 26.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ketteringcar 26.7 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Ketteringtaxi 26.7 mi
37 min
£85–110

Leicester to Kettering by train

233Weekly Trains

22 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.9 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Kettering hourly. Tickets cost £7–25 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Bus Interchange via The Square and Market Hall in around 2h 10m.

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