Cambridge to Kendal train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Kendal

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

5 h 21 m

Average duration

5 h 30 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

304 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast trains

To travel from Cambridge to Kendal you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • Cross Country
    5:155h21
    Cambridge
    10:36Kendal
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    3 changes
  • Cross Country
    6:595h43
    Cambridge
    12:42Kendal
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    3 changes
  • Cross Country
    8:005h37
    Cambridge
    13:37Kendal
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    3 changes
  • Cross Country
    11:005h36
    Cambridge
    16:36Kendal
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    3 changes
  • Cross Country
    12:005h45
    Cambridge
    17:45Kendal
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    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Kendal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, and a train costs an average of £181.

Distance: 304 km

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Coach

£200

Average Price

£70

Average Price

Cheapest

8h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 15m

Average total duration

14h 45m

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30m

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Live departures

Cambridge to Kendal train times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Kendal trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country5:15 Cambridge
6h09
11:24 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country6:57 Cambridge
5h45
12:42 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country8:00 Cambridge
5h37
13:37 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country10:00 Cambridge
6h36
16:36 Kendal4 changes
Cross Country11:00 Cambridge
5h35
16:35 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country12:00 Cambridge
5h45
17:45 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country13:00 Cambridge
5h33
18:33 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country14:00 Cambridge
5h24
19:24 Kendal4 changes
Cross Country15:00 Cambridge
6h23
21:23 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country16:00 Cambridge
6h25
22:25 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country20:00 Cambridge
11h33
7:33 Kendal3 changes
Cross Country21:00 Cambridge
11h32
8:32 Kendal3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to Kendal

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Trains from Cambridge to Kendal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £181 but you can travel from only £68 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 5h 21m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £68
Distance
304 km
Average train duration
7h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£181
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 21m
First train
5:26
Last train
19:09
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £68

Train companies: Cross Country from Cambridge to Kendal trainsCross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Kendal from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 21m
Cheapest Price
£181
Cross Country frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Cambridge to Kendal train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cambridge to Kendal can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £181, while the average price tends to be around £200.
The train journey from Cambridge to Kendal covers a distance of 304 km and takes approximately 5h 21m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Cambridge to Kendal is 304 km.
The first train from Cambridge to Kendal leaves at 5:26.
The last train from Cambridge to Kendal departs at 19:09.
Trains from Cambridge to Kendal run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cambridge to Kendal.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cambridge to Kendal.
To get from Cambridge to Kendal, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cambridge to Kendal.
The train station in Cambridge that goes to Kendal is Cambridge station (CBG), and it arrives at Kendal station (KEN).
The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Kendal is by coach, costing approximately £68.
Booking trains from Cambridge to Kendal in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cambridge to Kendal offers scenic views, especially as it approaches the Lake District, with picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and charming countryside vistas.
A day trip from Cambridge to Kendal is not feasible due to a travel duration of 5h 21m and a distance of 304 km. The frequency is 5 trains per day.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Kendal allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the scenic beauty of the surrounding Lake District area.
Yes, you can take the train from Cambridge to Kendal.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Kendal

Cambridge
Kendal
The major train station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your trip from Cambridge to Kendal.
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Station foyer
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Adjacent station building
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.

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