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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Kendal is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Shopping Centre Entrance and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Dumbarton to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Kendal via Partick, Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Kendal?

The distance between Dumbarton and Kendal is 168 miles. The road distance is 157.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Dumbarton to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Kendal bus from?

Dumbarton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Kendal train from?

Dumbarton to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Kendal?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Kendal is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Kendal bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Dumbarton to Kendal train arrive?

Dumbarton to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Partick station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Kendal is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Dumbarton to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Dumbarton to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumbarton to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Particktrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 48m
£47–92
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
8h 11m
£33–55
Drive 156.7 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Kendalcar 156.7 mi
2h 47m
£40–57

Dumbarton to Kendal by train

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Kendal via Partick, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to The Shakespeare Inn via Mitchell Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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