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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Sellafield is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Sellafield is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Sellafield via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Kendal to Sellafield?

The distance between Kendal and Sellafield is 102 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Sellafield without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 25m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Kendal to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Sellafield train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Sellafield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kendal to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Sellafield is 40 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Kendal to Sellafield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

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

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

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

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SellafieldCarlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 25m
£16–34
Drive 39.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Sellafield39.8 mi
59 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendal to Sellafield39.8 mi
59 min
£80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-FurnessManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to SellafieldBarrow-in-Furness - Carlisle / ...
3h 58m
£18–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Railway Station552
2. Take the train from Carnforth to SellafieldLancaster - Carlisle / ...
4h 7m

Kendal to Sellafield by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.7 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Sellafield via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle in around 3h 25m.

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