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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Kendal is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Kendal?

The distance between Glasgow and Kendal is 154 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Glasgow to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Kendal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Kendal train from?

Glasgow to Kendal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Kendal?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Glasgow to Kendal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Kendal train arrive?

Glasgow to Kendal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Kendal is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Glasgow to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3326+ hotels available in Kendal.

Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 16m
£48–83
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
5h 26m
£29–46
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Kendalcar 141.1 mi
2h 28m
£35–51

Glasgow to Kendal by train and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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