What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Kendal is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Kendal. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Wensleydale Creamery and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Darlington to Kendal?

The distance between Darlington and Kendal is 149 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Darlington to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from Darlington to Kendal without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Darlington to Kendal?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Darlington to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Kendal bus from?

Darlington to Kendal bus services, operated by Dales and District, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Kendal train from?

Darlington to Kendal train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Kendal?

The best way to get from Darlington to Kendal is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Darlington to Kendal bus arrive?

Darlington to Kendal bus services, operated by Dales and District, arrive at Wensleydale Creamery station.

Where does the Darlington to Kendal train arrive?

Darlington to Kendal train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Kendal is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Darlington to Kendal.

How do I get a train ticket from Darlington to Kendal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Darlington to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3h 56m
£53–104
Drive 60.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Kendalcar 60.6 mi
1h 20m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Wensleydale Creamerybus 856
2. Take the bus from Wensleydale Creamery to Librarybus S3
5h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 2m
£54–98
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Yorktrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
7h 32m

Darlington to Kendal by train and bus

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to The Shakespeare Inn via Newcastle, Carlisle, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Darlington to The Shakespeare Inn via Northallerton, County Hall, Wensleydale Creamery, and Library in around 5h 24m.

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