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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Whitby is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Whitby via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Kendal to Whitby?

The distance between Kendal and Whitby is 123 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Whitby without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Kendal to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Whitby train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kendal to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Whitby is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Kendal to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Whitby.

Kendal to Whitby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kendal to Whitby by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Galgate - Commercial Hotelbus 572
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
7h 3m
Drive 103.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Whitbycar 103.1 mi
2h 17m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
7h 16m
£36–106

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kendal to Whitby.

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Distance: 121.8 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Kendal to Whitby via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, and Middlesbrough in around 7h 16m.

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