The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Kendal
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Kendal will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for Kendal on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:25 AM5h18Edinburgh1:43 PMKendal$641One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM5h18Edinburgh1:43 PMKendal$641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Kendal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $64.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kendal:
A train is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Kendal costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Kendal take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Edinburgh to Kendal Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 5h18 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 5h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Kendal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kendal buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 AM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 1:43 PM Kendal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Kendal
Buses from Edinburgh to Kendal run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:25, the last at 20:56. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 13m |
First bus 5:25 AM |
Last bus 8:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Kendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kendal by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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