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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Kendal is to bus and train via Glasgow which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Kendal via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ayr to Kendal?

The distance between Ayr and Kendal is 195 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £22 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Ayr to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Kendal train from?

Ayr to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Ayr to Kendal train arrive?

Ayr to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Kendal is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ayr to Kendal.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3228+ hotels available in Kendal.

Ayr to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 43 bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 58m
£22–67
Bus, train via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 46m
£20–51
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Kendal136.5 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 10m
£35–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Castle Primary school43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
3. Take the train from Lockerbie to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 59m

Ayr to Kendal by train

112Weekly Trains

3h 58mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Kendal via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 58m.

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