The average train between Kettering and Ashton-under-Lyne takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Kettering and Ashton-under-Lyne. The earliest departure is at 12:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Ashton-under-Lyne at 1:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne station.
Book your Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Ashton-under-Lyne is 152.2 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Ashton-under-Lyne via Nottingham, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 13m.