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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Kendal is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Kendal?

The distance between Prestwick and Kendal is 192 miles. The road distance is 140.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Prestwick to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Kendal bus from?

Prestwick to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Kendal?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Kendal is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Prestwick to Kendal bus arrive?

Prestwick to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Kendal is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Prestwick to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3353+ hotels available in Kendal.

Prestwick to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to Kendal by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 48m
£68–132
Drive 139.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Kendalcar 139.4 mi
2h 42m
£35–50
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
7h 38m
£42–92
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 56m
£57–118

Prestwick to Kendal by train and bus

137Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to The Shakespeare Inn via Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to The Shakespeare Inn via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 38m.

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