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Manor House Museum
Local history museum in Manor House Museum with exhibits on Kettering's industry, social life, and changing town story.
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Take a train from Bath to Kettering and enjoy the approximately 98 miles (159 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:47.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
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Local history museum in Manor House Museum with exhibits on Kettering's industry, social life, and changing town story.
Award-winning archaeology museum and heritage site presenting nationally important finds, Roman remains, and the area's deep past.
Nearby shoe industry museum preserving Northamptonshire's famous boot and shoemaking craft through tools, machines, and design displays.
Large public park with formal gardens, lake, play areas, and open space. A favourite local place for walks and family time.
Scenic heritage landscape with riverside paths, archaeology, and nature-rich walks. Excellent for a quieter outing near the town.
Woodland and parkland trails around a celebrated country estate, ideal for walking, seasonal colour, and broad rural views.
Northamptonshire sausage is a local pork sausage, often seasoned with herbs. It reflects the county’s long farming tradition and is a staple in pub breakfasts and roasts.
Pork pie is widely associated with the East Midlands. In and around Kettering, it is a classic picnic and pub snack with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry.
Stilton served with local bread or biscuits is a traditional regional treat. This rich blue cheese is popular across the East Midlands and common on local menus.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant with stylish interiors and refined curries, grills, and regional dishes. Popular for evening dining.
Established steakhouse and grill in Kettering, known for quality beef, classic British mains, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-established pub venue in nearby Rushton offering traditional British food, Sunday roasts, and beers in a heritage setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not always included. Tip 10-12.5% in restaurants if service was good, round up taxi fares, and small cafe tips are optional.
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Kettering Railway Station -> Kettering Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Kettering by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kettering, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bath to Kettering trains use the Oldfield Park to Kettering station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Kettering train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Kettering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kettering.
Ticket office support is available at Kettering.
Available at Kettering: Parking, WC.
Available at Kettering: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kettering: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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