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Darlington to Kettering train prices and times

Looking to travel from Darlington to Kettering? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £42.20, with average prices for this route around £42.20.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:26 3h 48m, 2 change Darlington	23:14 Kettering	Find Tickets
19:58 9h 42m, 3 change Darlington	05:40 +1 Kettering	Find Tickets
21:29 9h 4m, 3 change Darlington	06:33 +1 Kettering	Find Tickets
22:29 9h 39m, 3 change Darlington	08:08 +1 Kettering	Find Tickets
23:14 8h 54m, 4 change Darlington	08:08 +1 Kettering	Find Tickets
23:14 10h 52m, 3 change Darlington	10:06 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Darlington to Kettering train route details

First train

05:58

Last train

23:14

Departure city

Darlington

Arrival city

Kettering

Journey time

3h 37m

Distance

152 miles

Price

£42.20*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Kettering

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Darlington to Kettering during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Darlington to Kettering, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Kettering ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Darlington to Kettering more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Kettering train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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