Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kendal travel guide

Kendal Tourism | Kendal Guide

You're Going to Love Kendal

With a population of 29,468, Kendal is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kendal to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Kendal

If you’re looking for affordable options, Walton's Bar & Grill (54 Stramongate) and The Wheatsheaf (Brigsteer) are great picks.

When to visit Kendal

Kendal in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kendal in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kendal

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 54 miles from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Kendal, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Kendal to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 1.8 miles from the city centre, Kendal Oxenholme Lake District is the busiest station in Kendal. Another popular train station is Kendal Staveley, located 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 62 miles from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kendal using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Kendal takes 65 miles and will cost you around £7. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 70 miles.

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 54 miles from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Kendal, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Kendal to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 1.8 miles from the city centre, Kendal Oxenholme Lake District is the busiest station in Kendal. Another popular train station is Kendal Staveley, located 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 62 miles from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kendal using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Kendal takes 65 miles and will cost you around £7. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Kendal

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Kendal

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,360 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,953 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,735 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,143 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kendal

Average rates range from around £170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £154 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kendal

Most booked hotels in Kendal

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£153+
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The Gateway Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£115+
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Damson Dene Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Low Wood Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£182+
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Yha Windermere
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£29+
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Hiring a car in Kendal

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.99 and £21.31. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kendal, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.99 and £21.31. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kendal, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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