The average train between Kendal and Buxton takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to Buxton. 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 2 hours between Kendal and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Buxton? 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 Buxton. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Buxton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Kendal to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Kendal to Buxton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Kendal and Buxton is 131 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Buxton via Oxenholme Lake District and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 31m.