The average train between Kendal and Exeter takes 6h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Kendal and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 6h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.
Kendal to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Kendal to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Kendal and Exeter is 404.1 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Exeter St Davids via Oxenholme Lake District and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 49m.