The average train between Kettering and Bolton takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Bolton. 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 Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:42 PM. 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 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kettering to Bolton? 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 Bolton. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Leicester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Kettering to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Kettering and Bolton is 174.4 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Bolton via Leicester, Nuneaton, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 34m.