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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Preston is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Preston is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Preston. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Gt Georges Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kendal and arriving at Preston. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Kendal to Preston?

The distance between Kendal and Preston is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Preston without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 53 min and costs £4 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Kendal to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kendal to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Kendal to Preston?

The best way to get from Kendal to Preston is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 53 min and costs £4 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and line 41 bus, which costs £12 - £16 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Kendal to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kendal to Preston train arrive?

Kendal to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Preston is 43 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Kendal to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Preston.

Kendal to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and line 41 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Kendal to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
53 min
£5–22
Line 555 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Gt Georges Streetbus 40C / ...
3h 4m
£12–15
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Prestoncar 42.6 mi
46 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendal to Prestontaxi 42.6 mi
46 min
£100–120
Train
1. Take the train from Kendal to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
54 min
£11–28

Kendal to Preston by train

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £4–10 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Gt Georges Street via Bus Station in around 3h 4m.

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