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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock is to line 555 bus and bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Kendal to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Kendal and Kilmarnock is 177 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Kilmarnock bus from?

Kendal to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Weavers Court station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock is to line 555 bus and bus which takes 6h 54m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £140 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Kendal to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Kendal to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Kilmarnock is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Kendal to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 518+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Kendal to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kendal to Kilmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 33m
£34–163
Line 555 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 54m
£26–46
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Kilmarnockcar 137.2 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 3m
£39–137

Kendal to Kilmarnock by bus, train, and foot

170Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Underpass, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Kilmarnock via Station, Oxenholme Lake District, and Carlisle in around 4h 3m.

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