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Abbot Hall
Main town museum and gallery in a riverside Georgian house, with changing exhibitions, local history and a notable art collection.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 103 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Liverpool to Kendal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Kendal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kendal trip today.
Main town museum and gallery in a riverside Georgian house, with changing exhibitions, local history and a notable art collection.
Compact family museum telling the story of Kendal’s mint-cake maker, with original equipment and exhibits on local industrial heritage.
Volunteer-run museum with aircraft, vehicles and wartime objects, offering a local perspective on military and transport history.
Pleasant riverside green space beside Abbot Hall, ideal for a short walk, picnics and views towards the River Kent and castle hill.
Popular woodland and hill walk on Kendal’s edge, with sculpture trails, open views and routes suitable for a longer local ramble.
Long-distance scenic route crossing Kendal, good for a riverside or upland stroll and for linking several of the town’s highlights.
A peppermint sugar sweet invented in Kendal in the 19th century. It became famous as a quick energy source for walkers, climbers and expedition teams.
A Cumbrian sausage made with local pork, herbs and spices. It is a regional staple, often served with mash, gravy or in a breakfast.
A traditional Lake District and Cumbrian pudding of suet pastry with currants or dried fruit, usually steamed and served warm.
Popular independent bakery and café known for artisan bread, pastries, brunch and coffee. Good for a casual daytime meal in the town centre.
Relaxed riverside restaurant and brewery tap serving freshly brewed beer, burgers, pizzas and hearty mains in a modern casual setting.
Well-known Kendal restaurant serving Indian and Bangladeshi dishes in a smart, friendly setting popular for curries and grilled specials.
Moderate for the UK. Kendal is usually cheaper than major tourist cities for hotels and meals, but Lake District demand can raise weekend and peak-season prices.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up or add a little for taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

Most Liverpool to Kendal trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Kendal station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Kendal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Kendal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kendal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kendal: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Kendal: Bike Parking.
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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