Corby to London St Pancras International Trains From £5.20*

Sit back and enjoy the efficiency of the train journey from Corby to London St Pancras International. The 113 km (70 mile) train ride can take as little as just 1 hr 11 min with East Midlands Railway’s fastest train.

Enjoy views of typical English countryside as you set out from the town of Corby in North Northamptonshire, passing through the towns and villages of Bedfordshire, with more urban scenes as you approach the bustling City of London.

This route is offered by East Midlands Railway, who provide services connecting London to the East Midlands. In addition to this route, EMR operates intercity services from London to Nottingham and Sheffield as well as regional services with destinations like Liverpool, Manchester and Norwich.

Departing from Corby

Located just south of Corby town centre, Corby railway station is easily accessible whether arriving by car, public transport or on foot. The easiest way to get to Corby station from the centre is by walking the 10-minute route, heading south-west along Charter Field park until reaching the High Street junction to Station Road, which you will take until the first right that leads to the station.

East Midlands Railway is the only operator serving Corby station. Passengers travelling from here can benefit from frequent trains to London, with two electric trains per hour on the EMR Connect service, which also serves Luton Airport Parkway. Two trains per day continue from Corby to Melton Mowbray via Oakham, one of which starts at Kettering. The station also operates intercity trains to Sheffield or Nottingham on the weekends.

Main stops

The main stops on the East Midlands Railway train from Corby to London St Pancras International include Kettering, Wellingborough, Bedford, Luton and Luton Airport Parkway. 

Arriving at London St Pancras International

St Pancras station is a major transport hub located at the southern end of the London Borough of Camden. You can access the station via the tube, National Rail services, buses, taxis or by car. The station has a large car park and plenty of bicycle spaces.

London St Pancras International is known for its Eurostar services to mainland Europe, connecting London to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. Domestic operators include East Midlands Railway and Southeastern for services to Corby and Kent, as well as the Thameslink for cross-London services.

The train station itself is worth a visit in its own right, with stunning Victorian architecture and a wide range of shops and restaurants to enjoy, including Europe’s longest Champagne bar. And if you’d like to soak up some history, you’ll find The British Library just a 10-minute walk away, one of the largest libraries in the world and home to the Magna Carta.

East Midlands Railway train classes

Passengers travelling on the EMR train from Corby to London St Pancras can choose between Standard Class and First Class experiences.

• Standard Class: Comfy seats with tables or tray tables, free Wi-Fi and space for luggage available. Seat reservations are also offered to and from London. A select number of trains benefit from EMR’s catering offer.
• First Class: Corby to London First Class trains offer spacious, comfortable seats with a table, quieter carriages, and light food and refreshments from Monday to Saturday.

East Midlands Railway train travel advice

Effortlessly arrive in London St Pancras from Corby with our quick tips for travelling with EMR.

• Luggage: Up to two items of luggage, one large item (up to 90 x 70 x 30 cm) to be stored in the luggage racks and one small or cabin sized bag for overhead or underseat storage.
• Bicycles: No dedicated bike storage on Corby to London trains. Full-size bikes not allowed on EMR Connect trains before 10:00 or between 16:00 and 19:00 on weekdays. Outside these times, you must stay with your bike in the vestibule. Bike reservation is recommended for this route. Folding bikes must be folded and stowed in luggage racks. E-scooters not allowed.
• Children: Under 5s travel free, and kids from 5 to 15 travel for half price. Use Railcards to make even more savings. Pushchairs must be folded and stored in luggage compartments. Baby changing facilities can be found on board and at the stations.
• Pets: Up to two dogs travel free per passenger. Must be on a lead or carrier and not taking up passenger space. Other pets must be in a carrier. Pets are also allowed in First Class.
• Passenger Assist: EMR offers assistance to passengers with disabilities or limited mobility in planning travel, navigating stations and trains, and carrying luggage. Can be booked up to two hours before travel. 

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.