The average train between Kendal and Shipley takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Shipley. 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 Shipley. The earliest departure is at 9:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Shipley at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Shipley? 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 Shipley. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Shipley station via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Kendal to Shipley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Kendal to Shipley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
Book your Kendal to Shipley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Kendal and Shipley is 84.3 km. The road distance is 129 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Lancaster to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m.