The average train between Kendal and Aviemore takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Aviemore. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Kendal and Aviemore. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Aviemore at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kendal to Aviemore? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Oxenholme Lake District station and arriving at Aviemore station via Glasgow Central station and Perth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Kendal to Aviemore train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aviemore station.
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The distance between Kendal and Aviemore is 325.9 km. The road distance is 420 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Aviemore via Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 6h 51m.