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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ilkeston is to line 555 bus and bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

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 bus between Kendal and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Market Place via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

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 57m.

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 57m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Kendal to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ilkeston bus from?

Kendal to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Weavers Court station.

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.

Train or bus from Kendal to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Kendal to Ilkeston is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Kendal to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Kendal to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus 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 2075+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Kendal to Ilkeston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 555 bus

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There are 5 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 57m
£58–95
Line 555 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
8h 30m
£24–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kendal to Manchester Airporttrain Windermere - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
7h 15m
£44–73
Drive 133.9 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Ilkestoncar 133.9 mi
2h 52m
£34–49
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 17m
£63–113

Kendal to Ilkeston by train and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Market Place via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 8h 30m.

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