Kettering to London Trains From £14.70*

It takes just over one hour to get from Kettering to London with East Midlands Railway. The distance between the two destinations is roughly seventy-one miles, meaning you have plenty of time to get to and from London in only one day.

You’ll begin your journey in Northamptonshire and later pass through Bedfordshire on your way to Greater London before finally alighting at London St Pancras International.

East Midlands Railway connects the Midlands to various regions beyond, serving notable cities such as Nottingham, Derby, Sheffield, and Leicester, along with major urban centres in the UK, including Manchester and Liverpool.

Departing from Kettering

Kettering Station is situated on Station Road, south west of the town centre, neighbouring Kettering Grounds Park.

Local taxi services can drop you off at the station’s entrance, while buses also stop along Station Road.

East Midlands Railway is the primary operator at this station, running services to destinations like London St Pancras, Nottingham, Derby, and Sheffield.

Main stops

There are only four stations from Kettering to London St Pancras International. These are Wellingborough, Bedford, Luton, and Luton Airport Parkway.

Although these stops may sometimes change, it’s worth checking before you travel to make sure.

Arriving at London St Pancras International

London St Pancras is one of the UK’s most adored and admired stations. It’s been the location for many books, movies and TV shows, so it’s no wonder so many people appreciate its grand, Victorian Gothic Revival architecture - with its intricate red-brick facades, ribbed vaults, and almost celestial spires.

While beauty is one thing, convenience is another and London St Pancras confidently delivers both. It’s an excellent station to arrive at as it’s surrounded by fast and reliable public transport. For example, from the station, it’s only a two-minute walk to London Kings Cross Station and its underground station, which runs on the Circle, Northern, Piccadilly, Victoria, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines.

Euston Road, which runs directly outside the station, is also served by plenty of local bus services and taxis.

If you’re already at St Pancras, it’s worth visiting the marvellous St Pancras Renaissance Hotel adjacent to it. The British Museum, the British Library, the Wellcome Collection, and the Bloomsbury Theatre are all nearby, too.

East Midlands Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Passengers benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi and convenient plug sockets for all devices.
• First Class: A Kettering to London First Class ticket entitles passengers to enjoy more spacious and comfortable seating and complimentary food and drinks served at their seat on weekdays.

East Midlands Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are essential. There are only two cycle spaces on each train, so they recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
• Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Assist with journey planning, ticket selection, fare reductions, and train seat bookings. We provide help with boarding, alighting, luggage handling, and transferring between trains.

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