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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Thurso is to bus which costs £75 - £170 and takes 15h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Thurso is to drive which takes 7h 32m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Bus Station Night Std, Buchanan Bus Station and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Thurso via Oxenholme Lake District, Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Kendal to Thurso?

The distance between Kendal and Thurso is 488 miles. The road distance is 399.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 12h 28m and costs £170 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 12h 28m to get from Kendal to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Thurso bus from?

Kendal to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Kendal to Thurso?

The best way to get from Kendal to Thurso is to train which takes 12h 28m and costs £170 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 15h 4m.

Where does the Kendal to Thurso bus arrive?

Kendal to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kendal to Thurso train arrive?

Kendal to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Thurso is 399 miles. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from Kendal to Thurso.

How do I get a train ticket from Kendal to Thurso?

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
12h 28m
£171–351
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus
15h 4m
£77–163
Drive 396.8 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Thursocar 396.8 mi
7h 32m
£98–142
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
11h 6m
£178–394
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Invernesstrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
13h 2m
£112–185

Kendal to Thurso by train

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Distance: 484.9 mi
Duration: 12h 28m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Thurso via Oxenholme Lake District, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 12h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Bus Station Night Std, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 15h 4m.

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