What is the cheapest way to get from Kettering to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Kettering to Preston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kettering to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Kettering to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Kettering and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Kettering to Preston. However, there are services departing from Kettering and arriving at Preston via Leicester, Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kettering to Preston?

The distance between Kettering and Preston is 158 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

How do I travel from Kettering to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Kettering to Preston without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Kettering to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Kettering to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kettering to Preston train from?

Kettering to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Where does the Kettering to Preston train arrive?

Kettering to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Kettering to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kettering to Preston is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Kettering to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Kettering to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Preston.

Kettering to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Kettering to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3h 57m
£44–114
Drive 148 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kettering to Prestoncar 148 mi
2h 56m
£36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kettering to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 50m
£113–367
Train
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
4h 44m
£79–129

Kettering to Preston by train

154Weekly Trains

3h 57mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Kettering, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Kettering to Preston via Leicester, Nuneaton, and Crewe in around 3h 57m.

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