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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Kelso is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Kelso is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Tweedbank via Oxenholme Lake District and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Kendal to Kelso?

The distance between Kendal and Kelso is 135 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Kelso without a car is to train and bus and line 67 bus which takes 6h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kendal to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Kelso train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Kelso train arrive?

Kendal to Kelso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Kelso is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Kendal to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 386+ hotels available in Kelso.

Kendal to Kelso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kendal to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
6h 5m
£36–58
Drive 107.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Kelsocar 107.2 mi
2h 6m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
6h 38m
£60–112

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Kelso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kendal to Coledale Car Park via Oxenholme Lake District, Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 6h 38m.

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