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Edinburgh to Kendal train with Transpennine Express
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 $63.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$42 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m 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 $64 (€53).
Other travel options to Kendal take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (1h 59m by train vs 3h 9m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€35) vs $93 (€76)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Kendal train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kendal trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h07 | 3:37 PM Kendal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Kendal trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Kendal.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Kendal.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Kendal.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Kendal
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Kendal run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 8:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Kendal trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Kendal from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Kendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kendal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Kendal
Most Edinburgh to Kendal trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Kendal station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kendal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kendal station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Kendal from Kendal city centre
Kendal train station facilities and services
Kendal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kendal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kendal: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Kendal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kendal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from the station building, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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