Nottingham to Kettering train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Kettering

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Kettering will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Nottingham for Kettering every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

East Midlands Trains
16:281h33
Nottingham
18:01Kettering
£111One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:100h57
Nottingham
11:07Kettering
£151One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
09:251h34
Nottingham
10:59Kettering
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Kettering

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £23.

Distance: 68 km

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£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£25

Average Price

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

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Live departures

Nottingham to Kettering train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Kettering trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway09:27 Nottingham
1h32
10:59 Kettering0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway17:50 Nottingham
0h45
18:35 Kettering0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Kettering

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Trains from Nottingham to Kettering run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 44m.

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
68 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
44m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:51
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: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Kettering trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Kettering from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£10
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£25
east_midlands_trains frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Kettering train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Nottingham to Kettering is 68 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Kettering. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains.
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.
To get from Nottingham to Kettering, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Nottingham to Kettering covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 44m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Nottingham to Kettering leaves at 0:04.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Kettering in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Nottingham to Kettering departs at 23:51.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Kettering can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Kettering is by train, costing approximately £11.
Trains from Nottingham to Kettering run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Kettering is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Kettering station (KET).
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Kettering.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Kettering.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Kettering.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Kettering

Nottingham
Kettering
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Kettering.
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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