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Kendal to Dumbarton trains

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The average train between Kendal and Dumbarton takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to Dumbarton. 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 56m
Duration
167 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Kendal to Dumbarton train times

Trains run hourly between Kendal and Dumbarton. 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 Dumbarton at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 3m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 3m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail3h 38m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Dumbarton? 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 Dumbarton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 1h 55m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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