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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Kettering
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
314 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Kettering will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Carlisle 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 trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
08:104h25
Carlisle12:35Kettering
£361One-way
0 changes
16:114h35
Carlisle20:46Kettering
£1761One-way
0 changes
08:104h25
Carlisle12:35Kettering
£361One-way
0 changes
16:114h35
Carlisle20:46Kettering
£1761One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Kettering
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 314 km
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4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Kettering
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Trains from Carlisle to Kettering run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 17:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Kettering trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Kettering from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£36
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Carlisle to Kettering train
FAQs: Travel by train from Carlisle to Kettering easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Carlisle to Kettering.
The train distance from Carlisle to Kettering is 314 km.
To get from Carlisle to Kettering, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Kettering in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Carlisle to Kettering covers a distance of 314 km and takes approximately 4h 25m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Kettering can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The first train from Carlisle to Kettering leaves at 6:06.
The last train from Carlisle to Kettering departs at 17:26.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Kettering is by coach, costing approximately £31.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Kettering is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Kettering station (KET).
Trains from Carlisle to Kettering run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Kettering.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Kettering.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Kettering.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Kettering.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Kettering
Carlisle
Kettering
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Kettering.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Kettering is Kettering. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kettering for your journey to Kettering from Carlisle.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent to lift and station managers office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Kettering
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the bus stop on Northfield Avenue, close to the junction with Station Road.
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