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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Kettering is to bus which costs £16 - £60 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Kettering is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Kettering station. However, there are services departing from Beechwood and arriving at Police Station via Chester Bus Interchange and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Kettering?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Kettering via Crewe, Nuneaton and Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Kettering?

The distance between Runcorn and Kettering is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Kettering without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Runcorn to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Kettering bus from?

Runcorn to Kettering bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Kettering train from?

Runcorn to Kettering train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Kettering?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Kettering is to train via Hinckley which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £60 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Runcorn to Kettering bus arrive?

Runcorn to Kettering bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Runcorn to Kettering train arrive?

Runcorn to Kettering train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Kettering is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Runcorn to Kettering.

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

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneaton
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicester
4. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
3h 14m
£32–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coach ParkUkn21
6h 36m
£16–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Rugby
2. Take the bus from Rugby Rail Station to Northampton Bus Interchange96
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Bus InterchangeX4 / ...
4h 13m
£42–116
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Kettering120 mi
2h 45m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to NottinghamCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to KetteringNottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 4m
£35–101

Runcorn to Kettering by train

141Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Kettering via Crewe, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coach Park 5 times a day. Tickets cost £11–50 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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