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Kendal to Buxton trains

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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.

3h 47m
Duration
97 mi
Distance
£39
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
3h 29m
£30–61

Kendal to Buxton train times

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.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 56m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 56m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 56m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Kendal to Buxton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 97.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Kendal to Buxton via Oxenholme Lake District and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 29m.

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