The average train between Kendal and Motherwell takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Motherwell. 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 Motherwell. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Motherwell at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Motherwell station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Kendal to Motherwell train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Motherwell train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Kendal to Motherwell train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Kendal and Motherwell is 180.9 km. The road distance is 226 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 35m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours.