The average train between Kendal and Preston takes 1h 4m and the fastest train takes 42 min. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to Preston. 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 hourly between Kendal and Preston. 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 Preston at 6:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 5m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Kendal to Preston? 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 Preston. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.
Kendal to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Kendal to Preston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Kendal and Preston is 62.8 km. The road distance is 67 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £14–23 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route.