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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Kendal
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Kendal will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leeds 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 trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 m 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.
10:582h40Leeds13:38Kendal£201One-way0 changes
- 10:582h40Leeds13:38Kendal£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Kendal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 98 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Kendal
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Trains from Leeds to Kendal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 6:26 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Leeds to Kendal trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Kendal from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to Kendal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Kendal
Most Leeds to Kendal trains use the Leeds to Kendal station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Kendal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kendal station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
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.
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