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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kendal to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kendal to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kendal to Birmingham will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
To travel from Kendal to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
13:212h45Kendal16:06Birmingham£1181One-way1 change- 16:142h53Kendal19:07Birmingham£1181One-way1 change
- 23:0110h05Kendal9:06Birmingham£1181One-way1 change
- 6:563h10Kendal10:06Birmingham£1381One-way1 change
- 10:092h57Kendal13:06Birmingham£1381One-way1 change
- 13:212h45Kendal16:06Birmingham£1181One-way1 change
- 17:212h45Kendal20:06Birmingham£1381One-way1 change
- 18:202h46Kendal21:06Birmingham£1381One-way1 change
- 15:142h52Kendal18:06Birmingham£1381One-way1 change
- 16:142h53Kendal19:07Birmingham£1181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kendal to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kendal to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kendal to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Kendal to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 Kendal | 3h10 | 10:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 10:09 Kendal | 2h57 | 13:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 11:11 Kendal | 2h55 | 14:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 13:21 Kendal | 2h45 | 16:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 15:14 Kendal | 2h52 | 18:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 16:14 Kendal | 2h53 | 19:07 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 17:21 Kendal | 2h45 | 20:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 18:20 Kendal | 2h46 | 21:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 20:02 Kendal | 3h05 | 23:07 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 23:01 Kendal | 10h05 | 9:06 Birmingham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kendal to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Kendal to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 20:02 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Kendal to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Kendal and Birmingham from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kendal to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kendal to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kendal and Birmingham
Most Kendal to Birmingham trains use the Kendal to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Kendal and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kendal station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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