Carlisle to Kettering train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Carlisle to Kettering by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Carlisle to Kettering take around 4 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 314 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Carlisle is scheduled to depart at around  07:03. The last departure is usually at around 21:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Carlisle at around 07:02, with the last train leaving at around 21:24. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 22 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 35 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £30.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Kettering, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Kettering.

Is there a direct train from Carlisle to Kettering?

The journey between Carlisle and Kettering usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Carlisle to Kettering?

The Carlisle to Kettering train travel takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Carlisle to Kettering train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Kettering leaving Carlisle at around 07:03 and the last train leaving at around 21:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Carlisle at around 07:02, with the final departure at 21:24.