Burnley to Kettering: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115.3 miles 185.5 km · straight line
170.6 miles actual route 274.6 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Kettering?

The distance from Burnley to Kettering is 115.3 miles (185.5 km) as the crow flies. Kettering is located SSE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.6 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burnley and Kettering. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Burnley to Kettering

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 49min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Kettering

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Kettering
52.40°N, 0.73°W
Europe/London
95m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 216 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM