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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kettering to Cardiff
The cheapest option from Kettering to Cardiff is coach, with an average price of £43. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Kettering to Cardiff among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£120 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kettering to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Kettering to Cardiff trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 14:52 Kettering | 4h14 | 19:06 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Kettering to Cardiff by train or coach
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Why should you book Kettering to Cardiff trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Kettering to Cardiff.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Kettering to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kettering to Cardiff
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Kettering to Cardiff, including direct trains, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Lowest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Kettering to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Kettering and Cardiff from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kettering to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kettering to Cardiff by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kettering and Cardiff
Most Kettering to Cardiff trains use the Kettering to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Kettering and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kettering station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Kettering from Kettering city centre
Kettering train station facilities and services
Kettering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kettering.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kettering.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kettering: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kettering: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kettering: 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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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