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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Kettering
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Chester to Kettering you need to make at least 3 changes.
06:243h10
Chester09:34Kettering
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3 changes
07:323h03
Chester10:35Kettering
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07:563h09
Chester11:05Kettering
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3 changes
08:323h03
Chester11:35Kettering
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3 changes
09:323h03
Chester12:35Kettering
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3 changes
05:562h39
Chester08:35Kettering
£1361One-way
3 changes
04:482h48
Chester07:36Kettering
£1361One-way
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15:323h01
Chester18:33Kettering
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3 changes
16:323h01
Chester19:33Kettering
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13:323h02
Chester16:34Kettering
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester to Kettering
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £136.
Distance: 170 km
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2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Kettering
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Kettering run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £136 but you can travel from only £30 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 £30
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £136 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 19:26 |
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 £30
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Kettering trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Kettering from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£95
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
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
3h 1m
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£136
Transport for Wales frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Chester to Kettering train
FAQs: Travel by train from Chester 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 Chester to Kettering.
The train distance from Chester to Kettering is 170 km.
To get from Chester to Kettering, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Chester to Kettering covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 2h 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Chester to Kettering in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Chester to Kettering leaves at 6:06.
The cost of a train ticket from Chester to Kettering can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £136, while the average price tends to be around £136.
The last train from Chester to Kettering departs at 19:26.
The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kettering is by coach, costing approximately £30.
Trains from Chester to Kettering run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chester to Kettering.
The train station in Chester that goes to Kettering is Chester station (CTR), and it arrives at Kettering station (KET).
There is no night train service from Chester to Kettering.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chester to Kettering.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester to Kettering.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Kettering
Chester
Kettering
The major train station for departures in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your trip from Chester to Kettering.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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 toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Chester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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 Chester.
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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