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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Kendal is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Stirling to Kendal?

The distance between Stirling and Kendal is 190 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Kendal without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 1m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Stirling to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Kendal train from?

Stirling to Kendal train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Stirling station.

Where does the Stirling to Kendal train arrive?

Stirling to Kendal train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Kendal is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Stirling to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3376+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 1m
£61–103
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h
£36–63
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Kendalcar 157.2 mi
2h 40m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 6m
£65–126

Stirling to Kendal by train and bus

8Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Stirling to The Shakespeare Inn via Carlisle, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 4h 1m.

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