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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Derby via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Kendal to Ilkeston?

The distance between Kendal and Ilkeston is 153 miles. The road distance is 134.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Kendal to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ilkeston train from?

Kendal to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Kendal to Ilkeston train arrive?

Kendal to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Ilkeston is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Kendal to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2132+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 56m
£60–106
Drive 133.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Ilkestoncar 133.9 mi
2h 52m
£33–48
Line 555 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to New Streetbus 555 / ...
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
5. Take the bus from Bakewell Road Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Tp
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Placebus If / ...
8h 31m
£46–75
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 19m
£73–133

Kendal to Ilkeston by train and bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to The Spinney via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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