Swansea to Kettering train

Mon 11 May
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Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
London North Eastern Railway
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London North Eastern Railway
2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Kettering

Showing times and prices for 11 May

Cheapest price

£213

Average price

£213

Fastest journey

5 h 34 m

Average duration

5 h 37 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

237 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Kettering will cost around £213 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £213.

Fast trains

To travel from Swansea to Kettering you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Transport for Wales
    6:315h34
    Swansea
    12:05Kettering
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    9:275h38
    Swansea
    15:05Kettering
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    11:275h40
    Swansea
    17:07Kettering
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    13:275h36
    Swansea
    19:03Kettering
    £2131One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    15:275h38
    Swansea
    21:05Kettering
    £2131One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to Kettering

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £125.

Distance: 237 km

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£125

Average Price

£27

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Cheapest

6h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 50m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Kettering by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Kettering

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Trains from Swansea to Kettering run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £125 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 10:21. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 5h 41m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £27
Distance
237 km
Average train duration
5h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£125
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 41m
First train
5:45
Last train
10:21
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
2 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £27

FAQs: Swansea to Kettering train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Kettering can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £125, while the average price tends to be around £125.
The train journey from Swansea to Kettering covers a distance of 237 km and takes approximately 5h 41m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Kettering is 237 km.
The first train from Swansea to Kettering leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Swansea to Kettering departs at 10:21.
Trains from Swansea to Kettering run approximately 7 times per day.
To get from Swansea to Kettering, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Kettering.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Kettering is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Kettering station (KET).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Kettering is by coach, costing approximately £27.
Booking trains from Swansea to Kettering in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swansea to Kettering offers varied scenery, including views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and charming towns, especially as you travel through areas like the Cotswolds and the Midlands.
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.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Swansea to Kettering.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Kettering

Swansea
Kettering
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Kettering.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: on concourse
  • 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
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.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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