The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Kendal
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Kendal will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Kendal every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and flight for London to Kendal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Kendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 359 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£96 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Kendal train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Kendal trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W09867+ Y06065 | On time 08:30 London Euston (EUS) | 2h55 | 11:25 Kendal station (KEN) | 1 change | |
W10503+ Y06066 | On time 08:40 London Euston (EUS) | 4h03 | 12:43 Kendal station (KEN) | 1 change | |
W09869 · W10503+ Y06066 | On time 09:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h13 | 12:43 Kendal station (KEN) | 2 changes | |
W09871+ Y01394 | On time 10:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h08 | 13:38 Kendal station (KEN) | 1 change | |
W09874+ Y06061 | On time 11:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h13 | 14:43 Kendal station (KEN) | 1 change | |
W09878+ C26805+ Y06055 | On time 12:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h11 | 15:41 Kendal station (KEN) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 04:39 London | 7h59 | 12:38 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:03 London | 3h33 | 08:36 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 London | 2h55 | 10:25 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Kendal
Trains from London to Kendal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £38 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Kendal trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Kendal from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Kendal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Kendal
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / Drop off point is on Station Road by the Peugeot Garage.
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