How long is train journey from London to Lake District?

The fastest trains from London to Oxenholme Lake District take around 2 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 356 kilometres. On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around 05:30. The last departure is usually at around 19:30.



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Trains. The West Coast mainline runs to the east of the Lake District, connecting Oxenholme (which is near Kendal), Penrith and Carlisle with London and Glasgow. A direct train runs from Manchester to Windermere. Local trains from Oxenholme call at Kendal, Staveley and Windermere.

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Experience the untamed beauty and literary heritage of England's Lake District on this guided day trip from London, with round-trip rail tickets included. On arrival, explore this epic region by minivan, visiting Lake Windermere, Hawkshead, and Tarn Hows.

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The nearest train station to the Lake District is Oxenholme Rail Station, which serves as a good base to explore Kendal and the surrounding areas. Oxenholme station is on the West Coast Main Line and is served by Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern services. Travelling from London?

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The Lake District is in the North-West of England, with Manchester to the South and Carlise to the North. From sitting back watching the landscape go by on a train to connecting with the National Park by boat, let the journey be part of your adventure!

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By train. The train is an affordable and relatively fast way to get to the Lake District. You can take the West Coast Mainline from London to Glasgow, and jump off at Oxenholme just outside of Kendal.

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As well as the miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycletracks, 55% (500 square miles) of the National Park is classified as Open Access land. You are able to walk anywhere across this land, but you are not allowed to cycle or ride a horse. It is also not permitted to camp or swim.

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The quickest way to drive from London to the Lake District is via the M6, a journey length of about 270 miles or five hours' driving time.

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