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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Kendal is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Kendal?

The distance between Ilkeston and Kendal is 166 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Ilkeston to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Kendal train from?

Ilkeston to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Kendal train arrive?

Ilkeston to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Kendal is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Ilkeston to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3329+ hotels available in Kendal.

Ilkeston to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkeston to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 29m
£64–110
Drive 133.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Kendalcar 133.9 mi
2h 51m
£33–48
Bus, train, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus If / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus Tp
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
5. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
6. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
8h 59m
£40–68
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 34m
£63–99

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Map of how to get from Ilkeston to Kendal.

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Ilkeston, England and Kendal, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to The Shakespeare Inn via Upper Parliament Street, Angel Row A2, Nottingham station, Nottingham, Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 5h 29m.

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