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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Kettering is to bus which costs £50 - £110 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Kettering is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Kettering station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Kettering?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Kettering via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Kettering?

The distance between Plymouth and Kettering is 300 miles. The road distance is 238.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Kettering without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Plymouth to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Kettering bus from?

Plymouth to Kettering bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Kettering train from?

Plymouth to Kettering train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Kettering?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Kettering is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 9h.

Where does the Plymouth to Kettering bus arrive?

Plymouth to Kettering bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Kettering train arrive?

Plymouth to Kettering train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Kettering is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Plymouth to Kettering.

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

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Kettering by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
4h 37m
£139–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
9h
£50–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
7h 58m
£75–132
Drive 236.8 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Ketteringcar 236.8 mi
4h 13m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
5h 31m
£153–215

Plymouth to Kettering by train and subway

141Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.4 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Kettering via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Police Station via London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 9h.

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