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What is the best way to travel from Birmingham to Kettering?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Kettering from Birmingham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 24m
$55
$63
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kettering from Birmingham?

You can get to Kettering with just $55 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
Tuesday
from $66
Wednesday
from $63
Thursday
from $65
Friday
from $66
Saturday
from $55
Sunday

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66
  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $63
  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $63

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65
  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66
  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 24m
    0
    5:22 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    6:46 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55
  • CrossCountry
    1h 44m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:36 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55

What are the fastest trips from Birmingham to Kettering?

You can get to Kettering from Birmingham in just 1h 24m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 45m
Wednesday
from 1h 45m
Thursday
from 1h 45m
Friday
from 1h 45m
Saturday
from 1h 24m
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66
  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $63
  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $63

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65
  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 45m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:37 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66
  • CrossCountry
    1h 47m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:06 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $66

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 24m
    0
    5:22 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    6:46 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55
  • CrossCountry
    1h 44m
    0
    5:52 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    7:36 AM
    Kettering
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Birmingham to Kettering

What are the most popular stations in Birmingham and Kettering?

In Birmingham, you will usually depart from New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, while in Kettering you will be arriving at Newland Centre (Stop 6), Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kettering from Birmingham? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birmingham and Kettering, you can pay as low as $55 with a Train from CrossCountry.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Kettering in just 1h 24m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birmingham and Kettering are CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Birmingham and Kettering is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erdington or to Rothwell, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Birmingham to Kettering?

The most popular companies between Birmingham and Kettering, are CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Birmingham to Kettering

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birmingham to Kettering. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Birmingham to Kettering

How can I reach Kettering from Birmingham?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Kettering from Birmingham.

How far is Kettering from Birmingham?

The distance between Birmingham and Kettering is 49.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birmingham and Kettering?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 13 kgs, and a flight 20 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birmingham to Kettering?

You can get to Kettering with just $55 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Kettering?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kettering in just 1h 24m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Birmingham and to Kettering

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birmingham and to Kettering. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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