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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Kendal is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Kendal via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Grantham to Kendal?

The distance between Grantham and Kendal is 179 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Grantham to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Kendal train from?

Grantham to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Kendal train arrive?

Grantham to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Kendal is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Grantham to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3235+ hotels available in Kendal.

Grantham to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Grantham to Kendal by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to KendalManchester Airport - Windermere
5h 9m
£43–113
Drive 151 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grantham to Kendal151 mi
2h 55m
£38–55
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 11m
£42–118
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Grantham to Doncaster
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 15m
£47–109

Grantham to Kendal by train

25Weekly Trains

5h 9mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Kendal via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 9m.

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