The average train between Kendal and Cardiff takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Kendal and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kendal to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Oxenholme Lake District station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Kendal to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Kendal and Cardiff is 317.9 km. The road distance is 371 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe in around 5h 36m.