The average train between Kendal and Leeds takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to Leeds. 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 hourly between Kendal and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Leeds at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Leeds? 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 Leeds. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Leeds station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Kendal to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Kendal to Leeds train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Kendal and Leeds is 98 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Leeds via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston in around 3h 13m.