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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kettering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £175.
Distance: 427 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£128 Average Price | £175 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to Kettering, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kettering:
A coach is £88 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kettering costing on average £128.
A coach is £136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Kettering costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Kettering take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 29m.
Coach takes on average 9h 49m.
You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (4h 59m by train vs 6h 19m by car). Tickets start at around £128 compared to roughly £111 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 Edinburgh by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Edinburgh 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 train from Kettering are London, Northampton, Leicester, Nottingham and Milton Keynes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kettering on Omio.
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.
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.
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 Edinburgh to Kettering.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kettering:
A coach is £88 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kettering costing on average £128.
A coach is £136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Kettering costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Kettering take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 29m.
Coach takes on average 9h 49m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Kettering as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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