Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Kettering: Road Trip Guide & Distance

68.4 miles 110 km · straight line
85.4 miles estimated 137.5 km · driving distance
1h 43min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Kettering?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Kettering is 68.4 miles (110 km) as the crow flies. Kettering is located NW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.4 miles, taking about 1h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom and Kettering. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Kettering

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 43min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 4min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 38min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Kettering

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 364.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients