How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Kendal?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Kendal start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Kendal?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Kendal is 1h 42m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Kendal route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Kendal?

The earliest train from Manchester to Kendal departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 17:56.

Train Manchester to Kendal from £6

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Kendal on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Deansgate	1h 29m	10:25	Kendal	CheapestFastest
Train	11:56	Deansgate	1h 42m	13:38	Kendal	No tags
Train	17:56	Deansgate	1h 29m	19:25	Kendal	No tags
Train	08:29	Manchester Airport	1h 56m	10:25	Kendal	No tags
Train	11:29	Manchester Airport	2h 9m	13:38	Kendal	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Kendal on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Deansgate	1h 41m	10:37	Kendal	Cheapest
Train	17:56	Deansgate	1h 29m	19:25	Kendal	Fastest
Train	11:56	Deansgate	1h 42m	13:38	Kendal	No tags
Train	08:29	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	10:37	Kendal	No tags
Train	11:29	Manchester Airport	2h 9m	13:38	Kendal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Kendal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kendal. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

62 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£7 - £63	Average duration1h 42m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Kendal by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Kendal?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Kendal start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Kendal?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Kendal is 1h 42m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Kendal route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Kendal?
The earliest train from Manchester to Kendal departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 17:56.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Kendal was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Kendal as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £12 to £26 for a train ticket from Manchester to Kendal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-12.