What is the cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal is to ferry and bus and train which costs £27 - £75 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal is to ferry and train which takes 5h 42m and costs £30 - £95.

How far is it from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal?

The distance between Isle of Arran (Island) and Kendal is 199 miles.

How do I travel from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal without a car is to ferry and train which takes 5h 42m and costs £30 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3220+ hotels available in Kendal.

Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal by ferry, train, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Ardrossan Harbour to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 42m
£32–92
Ferry, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
8h 39m
£27–72
Ferry, train via Carlisle
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 10m
£39–114

Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal by ferry and train

32Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Isle of Arran (Island), Scotland and Kendal, England?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran (Island) to Kendal. However, you can take the ferry to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, walk to Ardrossan Harbour, take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, then take the train to Kendal. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Kendal via Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Hill Street, Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 39m.

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