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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Alston is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Alston is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £16.

How far is it from Kendal to Alston?

The distance between Kendal and Alston is 54 miles. The road distance is 44.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Alston without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 21m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Kendal to Alston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kendal to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Alston is 45 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Kendal to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 267+ hotels available in Alston.

Kendal to Alston - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kendal to Alston by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the taxi from Penrith North Lakes to Alstontaxi
1h 21m
£54–124
Drive 44.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Alstoncar 44.3 mi
58 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendal to Alstontaxi 44.3 mi
58 min
£90–120

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kendal to Alston.

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Kendal to Alston. However, you can take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, then take the taxi to Alston. Alternatively, you can drive from Kendal to Alston in around 58 min.

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