The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Kendal
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
1
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 £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Kendal every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
17:303h00Manchester20:30Kendal£251One-way0 changes
17:303h00Manchester20:30Kendal£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £5. 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 £5, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 100 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £13 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, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:37 Manchester | 2h23 | 13:00 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Kendal by train or coach
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Why should you book Manchester to Kendal coaches with Omio?
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Kendal.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Kendal
Buses from Manchester to Kendal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:57, the last at 23:01. The fastest coach covers the 100 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 23m |
First bus 4:57 |
Last bus 23:01 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to KendalYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Kendal with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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