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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kettering to Christchurch
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Take a train from Kettering to Christchurch and enjoy the approximately 199 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:48.
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
Distance 199 km |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 19:48 |
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
FAQs: Kettering to Christchurch train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kettering to Christchurch 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 Christchurch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Christchurch allows visitors to explore the city's highlights, including the Botanic Gardens, the Canterbury Museum, and nearby natural attractions like the Port Hills.
Booking trains from Kettering to Christchurch in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Kettering to Christchurch.
The train distance from Kettering to Christchurch is 199 km.
The train station in Kettering that goes to Christchurch is Kettering station (KET), and it arrives at Christchurch station (CHR).
The first train from Kettering to Christchurch leaves at 5:20.
To travel from Kettering to Christchurch, you can take a .
The last train from Kettering to Christchurch departs at 19:48.
Trains from Kettering to Christchurch run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kettering to Christchurch.
There is no night train service from Kettering to Christchurch.
The train journey from Kettering to Christchurch offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside and charming small towns of the East Midlands and South of England. Passengers can enjoy views of rolling hills, lush fields, and traditional English villages along the way.
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Important Stations and Airports in Kettering and Christchurch
Kettering
Christchurch
The major train station for departures in Kettering is Kettering. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kettering for your trip from Kettering to Christchurch.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
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Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Christchurch is Christchurch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Christchurch for your journey to Christchurch from Kettering.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Christchurch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
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