What is the cheapest way to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside is to line 555 bus which costs £3 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal (Station) and Ambleside?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Loughrigg Avenue. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside?

The distance between Kendal (Station) and Ambleside is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal (Station) to Ambleside bus from?

Kendal (Station) to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Kendal (Station) to Ambleside bus arrive?

Kendal (Station) to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Loughrigg Avenue station.

Can I drive from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal (Station) to Ambleside is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3881+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Kendal (Station) to Ambleside - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 555 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kendal (Station) to Ambleside by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Kendal to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Loughrigg Avenuebus 505 / ...
43 min
£6–9
Line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Loughrigg Avenuebus 505 / ...
53 min
£3
Train, line 599 bus
1. Take the train from Kendal to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Vicarage Roadbus 599 / ...
43 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendal (Station) to Amblesidetaxi 13.4 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Kendal (Station) to Amblesidecar 13.4 mi
22 min
£4–5

Kendal (Station) to Ambleside by train and bus

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Kendal (Station), England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Loughrigg Avenue every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 44 min.

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