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Manor House Museum
Local history museum covering the town’s boot and shoe heritage, social history and changing life in Kettering through engaging displays.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kettering will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Manchester to Kettering you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Trains from Manchester to Kettering run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Kettering.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kettering trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W34104+ G00806+ W70691 | Delayed 8:34 8:34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h32 | 11:07 11:07Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
W33893+ G00808+ W70697 | Delayed 9:34 9:34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h32 | 12:06 Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
W33886+ G00821+ W70720 | Delayed 13:34 13:34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h32 | 16:07 16:07Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
C01289+ G00824+ W70747 | Delayed 14:33 14:34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h33 | 17:29 17:29Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
W34066+ G00830+ C21693 | Delayed 16:34 16:34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 19:16 19:16Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
W33887+ G00839+ W70744 | Delayed 19:14 19:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 21:45 Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
C04382 · W70752 | On time 20:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 23:14 Kettering station (KET) | 1 change | |
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W33397+ G00807+ W70692 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 11:06 Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
G01006+ C17948+ G66626+ C21525 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h10 | 11:35 Kettering station (KET) | 3 changes | |
W33594+ G00809+ C21526 | 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 12:06 Kettering station (KET) | 2 changes | |
G01010+ C17756+ G66628+ C21527 | 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h10 | 12:35 Kettering station (KET) | 3 changes | |
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Local history museum covering the town’s boot and shoe heritage, social history and changing life in Kettering through engaging displays.
Country-house interiors, collections and exhibitions presented in an impressive historic setting. A strong choice for art and heritage fans.
An independent gallery showing contemporary exhibitions and community arts activity in a compact town-centre venue.
The town’s main green space with formal gardens, a lake, play areas and room for easy walks close to the centre.
A landscaped country park on the edge of town with lakes, woodland and gentle walking routes. Good for nature and outdoor relaxation.
A long-distance walking and cycling route through attractive countryside near Kettering, ideal for a scenic local ramble.
Traditional Northamptonshire pork sausages, usually seasoned simply and served with mash or breakfast. A long-standing county staple tied to local butchery.
A soft white cob linked with nearby Northamptonshire baking traditions, often filled with bacon, sausage or cheese and widely eaten locally.
Local blue cheese from Northamptonshire, made with cow’s milk and Penicillium roqueforti. A notable regional product with a creamy texture and gentle blue tang.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and seafood in a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill known for dry-aged beef, cocktails and a smart contemporary setting in Kettering town centre.
Well-known local Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and a friendly, dependable dine-in experience.
Moderate for England: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares and taxis can still add up for visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Kettering trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Kettering station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Kettering train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kettering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kettering.
Ticket office support is available at Kettering.
Available at Kettering: Parking, WC.
Available at Kettering: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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