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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Kendal is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawkshead to Kendal is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hawkshead and Kendal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tourist Information Centre and arriving at Blackhall Road. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Kendal?

The distance between Hawkshead and Kendal is 18 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Kendal without a car is to line 505 bus which takes 55 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

The line 505 bus from Tourist Information Centre to Blackhall Road takes 55 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Hawkshead to Kendal bus from?

Hawkshead to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Tourist Information Centre station.

Where does the Hawkshead to Kendal bus arrive?

Hawkshead to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawkshead to Kendal is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Hawkshead to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Kendal.

Hawkshead to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, and car ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Hawkshead to Kendal by bus, car ferry, train, taxi, 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.

Line 505 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Blackhall Roadbus 505
55 min
£4–8
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Far Sawrey to Ferry Nabcarferry
2. Take the train from Windermere to Kendaltrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hawkshead to Kendaltaxi 17.9 mi
28 min
£35–50
Drive 17.9 mi
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Kendalcar 17.9 mi
28 min
£5–7
Line 505 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to bus interchangebus 505
2. Take the bus from bus interchange to Blackhall Roadbus 555
1h 20m
£5–15

Hawkshead to Kendal by bus

14Weekly Buses

55 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Blackhall Road twice daily. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 55 min.

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