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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Folkestone is to bus which costs £28 - £95 and takes 12h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Folkestone is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Folkestone Central via Oxenholme Lake District and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Kendal to Folkestone?

The distance between Kendal and Folkestone is 322 miles. The road distance is 326.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Kendal to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Folkestone bus from?

Kendal to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Folkestone train from?

Kendal to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Kendal to Folkestone is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £95 and takes 12h 57m.

Where does the Kendal to Folkestone bus arrive?

Kendal to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Kendal to Folkestone train arrive?

Kendal to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Folkestone is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Kendal to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Kendal to Folkestone - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Kendal to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 20m
£56–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
12h 57m
£28–93
Drive 324.8 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Folkestonecar 324.8 mi
5h 47m
£80–115
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 47m
£82–320
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 25m
£62–307
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 15m
£87–413
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 36m
£131–458
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 55m
£90–389
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 43m
£111–397

Kendal to Folkestone by train and foot

116Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 320 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Folkestone Central via Oxenholme Lake District, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Bouverie Road West via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 12h 57m.

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