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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Helmsley is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Market Place via Post Office, Wensleydale Creamery and County Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Kendal to Helmsley?

The distance between Kendal and Helmsley is 157 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 2m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Kendal to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Helmsley bus from?

Kendal to Helmsley bus services, operated by Dales and District, depart from Wensleydale Creamery station.

Where does the Kendal to Helmsley bus arrive?

Kendal to Helmsley bus services, operated by Dales and District, arrive at Northallerton Station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Helmsley is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Kendal to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 836+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Kendal to Helmsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
6h 2m
£48–91
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Helmsleycar 81.3 mi
1h 49m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wensleydale Creamery to Northallerton Stationbus 856
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
6h 15m
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain The Scarborough Spa Express
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
7h 4m

Kendal to Helmsley by train and bus

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6h 2mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Market Place via Post Office, Wensleydale Creamery, and County Hall in around 6h 15m.

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