The average train between Kettering and Tamworth takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering to Tamworth. 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 Tamworth. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Tamworth at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kettering to Tamworth? 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 Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Tamworth station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Kettering to Tamworth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Tamworth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Tamworth station.
Book your Kettering to Tamworth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Kettering and Tamworth is 70.7 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Tamworth via Leicester and Nuneaton in around 2h 5m.