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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Kendal is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £11 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Scotland to Kendal?

The distance between Scotland and Kendal is 154 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £11 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Scotland to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Kendal bus from?

Scotland to Kendal bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Kendal?

The best way to get from Scotland to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £11 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Scotland to Kendal bus arrive?

Scotland to Kendal bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Underpass station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Kendal is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Scotland to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3249+ hotels available in Kendal.

Scotland to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Scotland to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 18m
£12–84
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
5h 14m
£18–36
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Kendalcar 141.1 mi
2h 28m
£35–50

Scotland to Kendal by train and bus

184Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Scotland and Kendal, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £10–80 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Underpass and Bus Station in around 5h 14m.

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