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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kendal to Manchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 08
- €16
- Average ticket price on Nov 08
- €22
- Fastest journey on Nov 08
- 1 h 31 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 08
- 1 h 59 m
- Trains on Nov 08
- 5
- Distance
- 100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kendal to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kendal to Manchester will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Sun, Nov 08, we found 5 trains from Kendal to Manchester, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
3:40 PM 2h31 Kendal 6:11 PM Manchester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
11:36 AM 1h44 Kendal 1:20 PM Manchester €19 1 One-way 0 transfers10:07 AM 1h31 Kendal 11:38 AM Manchester €21 1 One-way 0 transfers12:36 PM 1h44 Kendal 2:20 PM Manchester €25 1 One-way 0 transfers11:53 AM 2h27 Kendal 2:20 PM Manchester €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:07 AM 1h31 Kendal 11:38 AM Manchester €21 1 One-way 0 transfers12:36 PM 1h44 Kendal 2:20 PM Manchester €25 1 One-way 0 transfers11:36 AM 1h44 Kendal 1:20 PM Manchester €19 1 One-way 0 transfers11:53 AM 2h27 Kendal 2:20 PM Manchester €29 1 One-way 0 transfers3:40 PM 2h31 Kendal 6:11 PM Manchester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kendal to Manchester
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Trains from Kendal to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Kendal to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Kendal to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:07 AM Kendal | 1h31 | 11:38 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:36 AM Kendal | 1h44 | 1:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:53 AM Kendal | 2h27 | 2:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:36 PM Kendal | 1h44 | 2:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:40 PM Kendal | 2h31 | 6:11 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kendal and Manchester
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FAQs: Trains from Kendal to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kendal to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kendal to Manchester
Most Kendal to Manchester trains use the Kendal to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Kendal and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kendal station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Kendal from Kendal city centre
Kendal train station facilities and services
Kendal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kendal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kendal: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Kendal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Kendal arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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: No.
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