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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Kendal is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Beach and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Portpatrick and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Portpatrick to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Kendal?

The distance between Portpatrick and Kendal is 171 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Kendal without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Portpatrick to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Kendal bus from?

Portpatrick to Kendal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Kendal train from?

Portpatrick to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Kendal?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Kendal is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Kendal bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Kendal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Kendal train arrive?

Portpatrick to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Kendal is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Portpatrick to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3370+ hotels available in Kendal.

Portpatrick to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Kendal by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 37m
Drive 151.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Kendalcar 151.9 mi
2h 52m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 45m
£102–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
10h 2m
£40–67

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Beach to The Shakespeare Inn via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beach to The Shakespeare Inn via Cross, Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, and Bus Station in around 10h 2m.

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