Introduction
What to do
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
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kendal in January
Estimated hotel price
£72
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, British Airways, Cathay Pacific 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 36m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £10 for a 1h 26m 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 Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kendal using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Kendal takes 50 miles and will cost you around £11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 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, British Airways, Cathay Pacific 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 36m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £10 for a 1h 26m 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 Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kendal using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Kendal takes 50 miles and will cost you around £11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Kendal

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Kendal

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,058 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,967 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,645 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,868 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,796 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,830 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,470 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (805 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,273 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,613 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,404 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,082 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (358 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,298 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,900 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,218 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,315 reviews)
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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)
£170+
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The Gateway Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Damson Dene Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£185+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£124+
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Hiring a car in Kendal

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.31 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 £15.70 and £20.93. The most frequently booked car type in Kendal is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.31 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 £15.70 and £20.93. The most frequently booked car type in Kendal is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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