What is the cheapest way to get from Alston to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from Alston to Kendal is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Alston to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from Alston to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Hendersons Garage and arriving at Westmorland Shopping Centre via Westgate, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Alston to Kendal?

The distance between Alston and Kendal is 96 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alston to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from Alston to Kendal without a car is to line 681 bus and line 685 bus and train which takes 4h 24m and costs £10 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Alston to Kendal?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Alston to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to Kendal bus from?

Alston to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Westgate station.

Where does the Alston to Kendal bus arrive?

Alston to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alston to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to Kendal is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Alston to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3240+ hotels available in Kendal.

Alston to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, line 681 bus, and line 685 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Alston to Kendal by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 681 bus, line 685 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Westgatebus 681
2. Take the bus from Westgate to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
4h 24m
£10–28
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from Alston to Kendalcar 45 mi
1h
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alston to Kendaltaxi 45 mi
1h
£95–120
Line 685 bus, line 104 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate to Bus Stationbus 685
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 104
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Westmorland Shopping Centrebus 106
6h 32m
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Alston to Penrith North Lakestaxi
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 35m
£54–121

Alston to Kendal by bus, foot, and train

38Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.2 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Kendal, England?

You can take a bus from Hendersons Garage to Westmorland Shopping Centre via Westgate, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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