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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Helmsley is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £19 - £29.

How far is it from Kendal to Helmsley?

The distance between Kendal and Helmsley is 157 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 2m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Kendal to Helmsley, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kendal to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Helmsley is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Kendal to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 975+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Kendal to Helmsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

There are 4 ways to get from Kendal to Helmsley by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
6h 2m
£48–97
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Helmsleycar 81.3 mi
1h 49m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Galgate - Commercial Hotelbus 572
2. Take the train from Darlington to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
6h 47m
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain The Scarborough Spa Express
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
7h 4m

Kendal to Helmsley by train and bus

1Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kendal to Helmsley.

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Kendal to Helmsley. However, you can take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Preston, take the train to York, walk to Rail Station, then take the bus to Market Place. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Place via Galgate - Commercial Hotel, Tubwell Row, Darlington, York, and Rail Station in around 6h 47m.

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