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

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Kendal is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Dunbar and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Dunbar to Kendal?

The distance between Dunbar and Kendal is 182 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunbar to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Dunbar to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Kendal train from?

Dunbar to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.

Where does the Dunbar to Kendal train arrive?

Dunbar to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Kendal is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Dunbar to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3376+ hotels available in Kendal.

Dunbar to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 50m
£63–121
Drive 145.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunbar to Kendalcar 145.2 mi
2h 59m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus X7
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 59m
£44–79

Dunbar to Kendal by train and bus

76Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Dunbar, Scotland and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Dunbar to The Shakespeare Inn via Edinburgh Waverley, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 3h 50m.

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