How to get to Kendal from Newcastle

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Best day trips from Kendal by train

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

A view of Windermere

Day trip from Kendal to Windermere by train

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.

A view of Oxenholme

Day trip from Kendal to Oxenholme by train

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.

A view of Ambleside

Day trip from Kendal to Ambleside by train

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.

A view of Keswick

Day trip from Kendal to Keswick by train

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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FAQs: Newcastle to Kendal

Travel to Kendal easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newcastle to Kendal.

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You can travel between Newcastle and Kendal by .
The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Kendal is a train with an average price of £36.
The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Kendal is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.
The Newcastle to Kendal distance is approximately 102 km.
The average frequency per day from Newcastle to Kendal is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle and Kendal as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newcastle to Kendal:
  • Trains mostly depart from Newcastle station (NCL) and arrive in Kendal station (KEN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newcastle to Kendal, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway to go to Kendal by train.
Omio customers who travel from Newcastle to Kendal often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Windermere, Lancaster station (LAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kendal and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Newcastle to Kendal, you can take a .
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Kendal allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the scenic beauty of the surrounding Lake District area.

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