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

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

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 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 which takes 1h 3m and costs £16 - £29.

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

The train from Preston to Kendal takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kendal train from?

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

There are 3329+ hotels available in Kendal.

Preston to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Kendaltrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere / ...
1h 3m
£16–29
Drive 42.3 mi
cheapest
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
£180–220
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 41A / ...
1h 16m
£17–30

Preston to Kendal by train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Kendal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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