The average train between Kendal and Elgin takes 8h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Elgin. 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 4 hours between Kendal and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Station and take an average of 8h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kendal to Elgin? 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 Elgin. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Elgin station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.
Kendal to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Elgin train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Kendal to Elgin train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Elgin is 371.2 km. The road distance is 606 km.
You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Elgin via Station, Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 59m.