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Outbound fromBournemouth to Kendal by train
It takes an average of 7h 50m to travel from Bournemouth to Kendal by train, over a distance of around 252 miles (405 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Kendal and tickets for this journey start from £51.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Kendal | |
| Journey time | From 5h 49m | |
| Distance | 252 miles (405 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Kendal in 5 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Kendal? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 50 minutes to travel the 252 miles (405 km) from Bournemouth to Kendal by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or TransPennine Express to Kendal. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Kendal in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £51.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Kendal by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Kendal
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bournemouth to Kendal is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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