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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £126.
Distance: 197 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£126 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Cardiff to Kettering, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Kettering:
A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Kettering costing on average £126.
Other travel options to Kettering take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 5m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 6m by train vs 3h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £126 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Kettering from Cardiff by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Kettering is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Kettering are Northampton, London, Leicester, Nottingham and Milton Keynes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Kettering on Omio.
Northampton is a large market town known for its shoemaking past, broad Market Square and riverside setting. Historic churches and civic buildings sit alongside modern shopping streets, giving it a practical East Midlands character.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Leicester is known for its diverse communities, rich history and strong connection to Richard III. Roman roots, a lively market and a varied food scene give the city a practical, friendly feel.
Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.
Milton Keynes is a modern Buckinghamshire city known for its grid layout, green spaces and major shopping centre. It is closely linked with Bletchley Park and has a spacious, practical character shaped by post-war planning.
Travel to Kettering easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Kettering.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Kettering:
A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Kettering costing on average £126.
Other travel options to Kettering take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 5m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Kettering as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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