8:190h36Kettering8:55Luton£371One-way0 changes
8:190h36Kettering8:55Luton£371One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Kettering to Luton
The cheapest option from Kettering to Luton is train, with an average price of £27. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Kettering to Luton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 61 km
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£28 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kettering to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Kettering to Luton 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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C04215 | On time 8:16 Kettering station (KET) | 0h38 | 8:54 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04220 | On time 8:47 Kettering station (KET) | 0h38 | 9:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04222 | On time 9:19 Kettering station (KET) | 0h36 | 9:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04224 | On time 9:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 10:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04229 | On time 10:19 Kettering station (KET) | 0h36 | 10:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04232 | On time 10:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 11:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04270 | On time 18:14 Kettering station (KET) | 0h41 | 18:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04273 | On time 18:47 Kettering station (KET) | 0h36 | 19:23 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04275 | On time 19:18 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 19:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04277 | On time 19:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 20:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04278 | On time 20:18 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 20:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04280 | On time 20:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h37 | 21:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kettering to Luton
Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Kettering to Luton, including 7 direct trains, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 36m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Lowest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Kettering to Luton trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Kettering and Luton from £13. 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 Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kettering to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kettering and Luton
Most Kettering to Luton trains use the Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway station pair, with some services arriving at Luton. Use this guide to compare Kettering and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kettering station do trains to Luton 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.
Which Luton station do trains from Kettering arrive at?
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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