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

The cheapest way to get from Skipton to Kendal is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Skipton to Kendal is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Skipton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Skipton to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Skipton and arriving at Kendal via Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Skipton to Kendal?

The distance between Skipton and Kendal is 55 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skipton to Kendal without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Skipton to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Kendal train from?

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

Where does the Skipton to Kendal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skipton to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Skipton to Kendal is 44 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Skipton to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3336+ hotels available in Kendal.

Skipton to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Skipton to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555 / ...
2h 12m
£15–25
Drive 44.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skipton to Kendalcar 44.1 mi
59 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Skipton to Kendaltaxi 44.1 mi
59 min
£190–230
Train
1. Take the train from Skipton to Lancastertrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2h 29m
£21–40

Skipton to Kendal by train and bus

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Skipton to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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