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Trip Overview

The average train between Kendal and Portsmouth takes 5h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Portsmouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 55m
Duration
325 mi
Distance
£133
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 29m
£115–203

Kendal to Portsmouth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Kendal and Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 36m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 1m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 41m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 48m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Portsmouth? 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.

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  • Distance: 325.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Kendal to Portsmouth & Southsea via Oxenholme Lake District, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 29m.

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