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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Kendal is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Kendal is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Luton to Kendal?

The distance between Luton and Kendal is 289 miles. The road distance is 230.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Luton to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Kendal bus from?

Luton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Luton to Kendal train from?

Luton to Kendal train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Kendal?

The best way to get from Luton to Kendal is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Luton to Kendal bus arrive?

Luton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Luton to Kendal train arrive?

Luton to Kendal train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Kendal is 231 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Luton to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Luton to Kendal - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Luton to Kendal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 38m
£109–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
8h 48m
£46–108
Drive 229.6 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Kendalcar 229.6 mi
3h 45m
£56–80
Fly Luton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
4h 15m
£92–224
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 40m
£76–141
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
7h 56m
£116–189
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 25m
£94–319
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 6m
£87–225
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 32m
£94–328

Luton to Kendal by train, foot, and bus

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Luton to The Shakespeare Inn via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to The Shakespeare Inn via Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 48m.

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