Travelling to Kendal

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Best day trips from Kendal

The most popular day trips from Kendal are Windermere, Oxenholme, Ambleside, Keswick and Lancaster. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Kendal on Omio.

A view of Windermere

Day trip from Kendal to Windermere

Why visit Windermere for the day?

Windermere is best known as a base for exploring England’s largest lake and the wider Lake District. The town has a lively Victorian centre, while nearby Bowness-on-Windermere connects visitors with the water and fell views.

How to get from Kendal to Windermere?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kendal to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £8.

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A view of Oxenholme

Day trip from Kendal to Oxenholme

Why visit Oxenholme for the day?

Oxenholme is a small Cumbrian settlement best known for its station linking Kendal with the wider Lake District. Close to rolling countryside and the market town of Kendal, it feels quiet, practical and distinctly rural.

How to get from Kendal to Oxenholme?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kendal to Oxenholme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.

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A view of Ambleside

Day trip from Kendal to Ambleside

Why visit Ambleside for the day?

Ambleside is a small Lake District town known for fell walking, slate-built streets and access to Windermere. It feels lively but relaxed, with a strong outdoor character and classic Cumbrian scenery.

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A view of Keswick

Day trip from Kendal to Keswick

Why visit Keswick for the day?

Keswick is a compact Lake District market town beside Derwentwater, known for fell walking and outdoor life. With Skiddaw above and Borrowdale nearby, it mixes slate-built streets, independent shops and literary links.

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A view of Lancaster

Day trip from Kendal to Lancaster

Why visit Lancaster for the day?

Lancaster is known for its castle, Georgian architecture and ties to the House of Lancaster. Its compact centre, River Lune setting and student energy give the city a historic yet easy-going feel.

How to get from Kendal to Lancaster?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kendal to Lancaster 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £10.

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