First train | 18:37 | |
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Last train | 21:37 | |
Departure station | Luton Airport Parkway | |
Arrival station | Kendal | |
Journey time | From 8h 24m | |
Distance | 196 miles (315 km) | |
Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
Changes | 4 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
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The train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal usually takes 12 hours 6 minutes on average to travel 196 miles (315 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 8 hours 24 minutes. You can expect to find 3 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Kendal, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Luton Airport Parkway and Kendal is 12 hours and 6 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal is 8 hours and 24 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal. Travelling from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.
The first train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal leaves at 18:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal leaves at 21:37. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Luton Airport Parkway to Kendal cover a distance of around 196 miles (315 km) during the journey.
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