Edinburgh to Kettering: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265 miles 426.5 km · straight line
329 miles actual route 529.5 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
£50 - £61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Kettering?

The distance from Edinburgh to Kettering is 265 miles (426.5 km) as the crow flies. Kettering is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 329 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Kettering

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min £50 - £61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Kettering

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM