The average train between Kendal and York takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to York. 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 York. 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 York at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to York? 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 York. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at York station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Kendal to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Kendal to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Kendal and York is 115.9 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to York via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston in around 3h 53m.