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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Kettering
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
184 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Kettering will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Fast trains
To travel from Margate to Kettering you need to make at least one change.
05:402h38
Margate08:18Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
06:152h32
Margate08:47Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
06:452h34
Margate09:19Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
07:152h39
Margate09:54Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
07:462h34
Margate10:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
10:492h31
Margate13:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
11:492h31
Margate14:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
12:492h31
Margate15:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
13:492h31
Margate16:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
18:492h31
Margate21:20Kettering
£841One-way
1 change
Live departures
Margate to Kettering train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Kettering trains for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 21:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:49 Margate | 3h05 | 00:54 Kettering | 1 change | |
| Thursday 25 December | |||||
| 05:40 Margate | 2h38 | 08:18 Kettering | 1 change | |
| 06:15 Margate | 2h32 | 08:47 Kettering | 1 change | |
| 06:45 Margate | 2h34 | 09:19 Kettering | 1 change | |
| 07:15 Margate | 2h39 | 09:54 Kettering | 1 change | |
| 07:46 Margate | 2h34 | 10:20 Kettering | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Kettering
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Trains from Margate to Kettering run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 2h 31m.
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 184 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:49 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Kettering trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Kettering from £85. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£85
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Margate to Kettering train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
A stay of two to three days in Kettering allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the town’s unique charm.
A day trip from Margate to Kettering is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 31m. Trains operate 6 times per day, covering a distance of 184 km.
The train journey from Margate to Kettering offers a mix of coastal views, charming countryside, and historic towns, particularly as you travel through the Kent Downs and past the rural landscapes of Northamptonshire.
Booking trains from Margate to Kettering in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Margate to Kettering is 184 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Margate to Kettering can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £85, while the average price tends to be around £85.
The train journey from Margate to Kettering covers a distance of 184 km and takes approximately 2h 31m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Margate to Kettering leaves at 4:40.
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Kettering is by train, costing approximately £85.
The last train from Margate to Kettering departs at 21:49.
Trains from Margate to Kettering run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Margate that goes to Kettering is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Kettering station (KET).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Kettering.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Kettering.
There is no night train service from Margate to Kettering.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Kettering.
To travel from Margate to Kettering, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Kettering
Margate
Kettering
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Kettering.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
The major train station for arrivals in Kettering is Kettering. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kettering for your journey to Kettering from Margate.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike 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.
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