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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Thirsk is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Thirsk is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Thirsk via Oxenholme Lake District and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Kendal to Thirsk?

The distance between Kendal and Thirsk is 165 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Kendal to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Thirsk train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Thirsk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kendal to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Thirsk is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Kendal to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 671+ hotels available in Thirsk.

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

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

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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 Thirsktrain Manchester Airport - Saltburn / ...
4h 32m
£59–106
Drive 67.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Thirskcar 67.2 mi
1h 30m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Leedstrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria K to Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Market Placebus 150
7h 51m
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain The Scarborough Spa Express
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
7h 2m

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Thirsk via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Oxford Road, and Thirsk in around 4h 32m.

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