The average train between Kettering and Shrewsbury takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Shrewsbury? 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 Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Kettering to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Shrewsbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Kettering to Shrewsbury train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Shrewsbury is 141.3 km. The road distance is 175 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Shrewsbury via Leicester and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 54m.