What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Kendal. However, there are services departing from St Brides Church and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Kendal. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Kendal?

The distance between East Kilbride and Kendal is 165 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Kendal?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from East Kilbride to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Kendal bus from?

East Kilbride to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Kendal train from?

East Kilbride to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from East Kilbride station.

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Kendal?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Kendal is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Kendal bus arrive?

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

Where does the East Kilbride to Kendal train arrive?

East Kilbride to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Kendal is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from East Kilbride to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3366+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain East Kilbride - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 16m
£58–107
Bus, line 555 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
6h 18m
£32–70
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Kendalcar 134.3 mi
2h 21m
£33–48

East Kilbride to Kendal by train and bus

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from East Kilbride to The Shakespeare Inn via Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Brides Church to The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 18m.

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