W706808:420h24Leicester station (LEI)9:06Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W7068810:120h23Leicester station (LEI)10:35Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W706839:120h23Leicester station (LEI)9:35Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W706859:430h23Leicester station (LEI)10:06Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W7069110:430h23Leicester station (LEI)11:06Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W7068810:120h23Leicester station (LEI)10:35Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W706778:130h23Leicester station (LEI)8:36Kettering station (KET)£141One-way0 changes
W706839:120h23Leicester station (LEI)9:35Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W706859:430h23Leicester station (LEI)10:06Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
W7069110:430h23Leicester station (LEI)11:06Kettering station (KET)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Kettering
The cheapest option from Leicester to Kettering is train, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Kettering among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 38 km
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£14 Average Price Cheapest option | £26 Average Price |
54m Average total duration Fastest option 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Kettering train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Kettering trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:11 Leicester | 0h23 | 18:34 Kettering | 0 changesdirect | |
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W70677 | 8:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 8:36 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70680 | 8:42 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h24 | 9:06 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70683 | 9:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 9:35 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70685 | 9:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 10:06 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70688 | 10:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 10:35 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70691 | 10:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 11:06 Kettering station (KET) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Kettering
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Leicester to Kettering, including 7 direct trains, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 22m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Lowest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Kettering trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Kettering from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Kettering train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Kettering 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 Kettering, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Kettering
Most Leicester to Kettering trains use the Leicester to Kettering station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Kettering train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Kettering leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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: Yes.
Which Kettering station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
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.
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