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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Portpatrick is to train and bus via Carlisle which costs £27 - £60 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Kendal to Portpatrick?

The distance between Kendal and Portpatrick is 261 miles. The road distance is 152 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Kendal to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kendal to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Portpatrick is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Kendal to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 175+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Kendal to Portpatrick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kendal to Portpatrick 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
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 23m
£40–69
Train, bus via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
8h 46m
£28–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
7h 31m
£32–60
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Portpatrick151.1 mi
2h 49m
£38–55
Train, Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
7h 42m

Kendal to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Post Office via Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 7h 23m.

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