The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Kettering
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kettering will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Kettering every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Kettering
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Kettering bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kettering coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:50 Manchester | 2h50 | 16:40 Kettering | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
![]() | 07:26 Manchester | 4h25 | 11:51 Kettering | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Kettering
Buses from Manchester to Kettering run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Manchester to KetteringYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Kettering with FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Kettering coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kettering by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kettering, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Kettering
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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