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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Barnsley is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Barnsley is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Barnsley via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Kendal to Barnsley?

The distance between Kendal and Barnsley is 132 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Kendal to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Barnsley train from?

Kendal to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Kendal to Barnsley train arrive?

Kendal to Barnsley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Barnsley is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Kendal to Barnsley.

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

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Barnsley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 45m
£38–84
Drive 85.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Barnsleycar 85.8 mi
2h 2m
£22–31
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
4h 31m
£43–84
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain
5h 25m
£35–65

Kendal to Barnsley by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Barnsley via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 3h 45m.

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