The average train between Kettering and Bristol takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Bristol. 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 Bristol. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Bristol at 12:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kettering to Bristol? 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 Bristol. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads station via Leicester station and Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Kettering to Bristol train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
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The distance between Kettering and Bristol is 165.7 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Bristol Temple Meads via Leicester and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 34m.