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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal
Take a train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal and enjoy the approximately 335 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 06:56 |
Last train 18:09 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and Kendal. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bishop's Stortford to Kendal train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.

The train distance from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal is 335 km.
Booking trains from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal leaves at 6:56.
The last train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal departs at 18:09.
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.
There is no night train service from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.
The train station in Bishop's Stortford that goes to Kendal is Bishop's Stortford station (BIS), and it arrives at Kendal station (KEN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.
Yes, you can take the train from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.
To travel from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal, you can take a .
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bishop's Stortford and Kendal
Bishop's Stortford
Kendal
The major train station for departures in Bishop's Stortford is Bishop's Stortford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bishop's Stortford for your trip from Bishop's Stortford to Kendal.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bishop's Stortford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
The major train station for arrivals in Kendal is Kendal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kendal for your journey to Kendal from Bishop's Stortford.
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Kendal
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / Drop off point is on Station Road by the Peugeot Garage.
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