The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Kendal
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kendal will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Manchester to Kendal you need to make at least one change.
1:356h50Manchester8:25The Shakespeare Inn£311One-way1 change
6:105h12Manchester11:22The Shakespeare Inn£351One-way2 changes
6:105h12Manchester11:22The Shakespeare Inn£351One-way2 changes
1:356h50Manchester8:25The Shakespeare Inn£311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £4. 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 £4, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 100 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Kendal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kendal coaches for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 Manchester | 5h12 | 11:22 The Shakespeare Inn | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 6 May | |||||
![]() | 1:35 Manchester | 6h50 | 8:25 The Shakespeare Inn | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Kendal by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Kendal
Buses from Manchester to Kendal run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:56, the last at 23:01. The fastest coach covers the 100 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 9m |
First bus 6:56 |
Last bus 23:01 |
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Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Manchester to Kendal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kendal by coach. 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 coach, 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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