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

The cheapest way to get from Settle to Kendal is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Settle to Kendal is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Settle and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Settle to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Settle to Kendal?

The distance between Settle and Kendal is 50 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Settle to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £18 - £45.

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

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

Where do I catch the Settle to Kendal bus from?

Settle to Kendal bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, depart from Market Place station.

Train or bus from Settle to Kendal?

The best way to get from Settle to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £18 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 581 bus and line 567 bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Settle to Kendal bus arrive?

Settle to Kendal bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, arrive at New Road station.

Can I drive from Settle to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Settle to Kendal is 29 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Settle to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3360+ hotels available in Kendal.

Settle to Kendal - 6 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Settle to Kendal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Giggleswick to Lancastertrain Leeds - Lancaster / ...
2h 2m
£18–42
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Settle to Kendalcar 29.3 mi
39 min
£8–11
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Giggleswick to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Lancaster / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555 / ...
2h 5m
£13–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Settle to Kendaltaxi 29.3 mi
39 min
£60–75
Line 581 bus, line 567 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to New Roadbus 581
2. Take the bus from New Road to The Shakespeare Innbus 567
2h 15m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Settle to Denttrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Dent Station to The Shakespeare Innbus S1
2h 25m

Settle to Kendal by train and bus

53Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Giggleswick to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to The Shakespeare Inn via New Road in around 2h 15m.

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