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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Kendal
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kendal will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Kendal on Thu, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
7:56 AM1h29Manchester9:25 AMKendal$181One-way0 transfers- 8:56 AM1h29Manchester10:25 AMKendal$181One-way0 transfers
- 10:08 AM2h30Manchester12:38 PMKendal$261One-way0 transfers
- 8:56 AM1h29Manchester10:25 AMKendal$181One-way0 transfers
- 7:56 AM1h29Manchester9:25 AMKendal$181One-way0 transfers
- 10:08 AM2h30Manchester12:38 PMKendal$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Kendal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Kendal:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Kendal costing on average $26 (€22).
Other travel options to Kendal take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
The journey is about 5m faster (1h 21m by train vs 1h 26m by car) and roughly $9 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $28 (€23)). 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Kendal train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89062 | On time 8:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h29 | 10:25 AM Kendal station (KEN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W85170+G85365 | On time 9:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h01 | 11:25 AM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
G89045 · G85365+ W34254 | On time 9:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h29 | 11:25 AM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| G89047 · G85374+W33941 | On time 10:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h47 | 12:43 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85179+G85374 | On time 11:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h19 | 12:43 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89585 · G89071 | On time 11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h01 | 1:38 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89585+W33935+G89071 | On time 11:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h59 | 1:38 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| G89071 | On time 11:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h42 | 1:38 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85182+G89071 | On time 12:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h14 | 1:38 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89597+W85188+G85384 | On time 1:08 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h35 | 2:43 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85188+G85384 | On time 1:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h19 | 2:43 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89051+W85191+G85394 | On time 1:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h45 | 3:41 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85191+G85394 | On time 2:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h17 | 3:41 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89067 | On time 2:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h41 | 4:37 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89053+W34292+G85404 | On time 3:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h50 | 5:46 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85201+G85404 | On time 4:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h21 | 5:46 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89055+W34082+G85414 | On time 4:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h38 | 6:34 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| G89069 | On time 5:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h29 | 7:25 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85208+G85424 | On time 6:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h58 | 8:22 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89057+W34169+G85424 | On time 6:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h26 | 8:22 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| C24372+G85435 | On time 7:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h00 | 9:24 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89059+C01320+G85435 | On time 7:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h28 | 9:24 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85210+G85447 | On time 8:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h02 | 10:26 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89579+W34180+G85447 | On time 8:39 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h47 | 10:26 PM Kendal station (KEN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Kendal
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Trains from Manchester to Kendal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Kendal trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Kendal from $7 (€6). 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 Manchester to Kendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Kendal
Most Manchester to Kendal trains use the Manchester Airport to Kendal station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Kendal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Kendal leave from?
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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: No.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kendal station do trains from Manchester 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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