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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Kendal is to line 40 bus and line 555 bus which costs £6 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Kendal is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Gt George Street and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Kendal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Kendal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Preston to Kendal?

The distance between Preston and Kendal is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Kendal without a car is to train and bus which takes 56 min and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Preston to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kendal bus from?

Preston to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Gt George Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kendal train from?

Preston to Kendal train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Kendal?

The best way to get from Preston to Kendal is to line 40 bus and line 555 bus which takes 3h and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Kendal bus arrive?

Preston to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Kendal train arrive?

Preston to Kendal train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kendal station.

Can I drive from Preston to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Kendal is 43 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Preston to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Preston to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 40 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Kendal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 41A / ...
56 min
£17–32
Line 40 bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gt George Street to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
3h
£6
Drive 42.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Kendalcar 42.3 mi
46 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Kendaltaxi 42.3 mi
46 min
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Kendaltrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere / ...
1h 3m
£16–30

Preston to Kendal by train and bus

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a bus from Gt George Street to The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station in around 3h. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Kendal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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