Kettering to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Kettering to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kettering to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:55 View journey
Last train 21:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 105
Trains / day 59 View all
Cheapest journey AU$152.57 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 24m
Train operators 9

Explore Kettering to Reading by train

Thinking about travelling from Kettering to Reading by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost from Kettering to Reading

Ready to book tickets from Kettering to Reading? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Kettering and Reading typically run AU$152.57.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Train timetable for travel between Kettering and Reading

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Kettering to Reading by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:55

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 19:49

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:17

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 21:57

  • Average number of daily trains: 59 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 13 minutes

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Kettering to Reading?

On this route spanning 105 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 1 minute.

Booking Kettering to Reading trains in advance

Booking your Kettering to Reading tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 months before departure.

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Learn more about train travel from Kettering to Reading

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Kettering and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Reading city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Kettering to Reading

Want to know more about your journey from Kettering to Reading? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Kettering to Reading covers a distance of 105 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.