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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Kendal is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Kendal via Sheffield, Manchester Oxford Road and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Kendal?

The distance between Barnsley and Kendal is 136 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Kendal without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 58m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Kendal train from?

Barnsley to Kendal train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Barnsley to Kendal train arrive?

Barnsley to Kendal train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Kendal is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Barnsley to Kendal.

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

Book your Barnsley to Kendal train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3220+ hotels available in Kendal.

Barnsley to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Barnsley to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to DentSheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Dent Station to The Shakespeare InnS1
3h 58m
Drive 86.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Kendal86.4 mi
1h 58m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford RoadCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 25m
£32–94

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Kendal via Sheffield, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 25m.

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