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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Kendal is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Kendal?

The distance between Galashiels and Kendal is 114 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Kendal without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Galashiels to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Kendal train from?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Kendal train arrive?

Galashiels to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Kendal is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Galashiels to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3366+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 26m
£33–56
Drive 106 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galashiels to Kendalcar 106 mi
2h 6m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 22m
£67–124

Galashiels to Kendal by bus and train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to The Shakespeare Inn via Edinburgh Waverley, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 4h 22m.

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