What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Kendal is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Kendal via Chester, Warrington Bank Quay and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Kendal?

The distance between Holyhead and Kendal is 172 miles. The road distance is 173.9 miles.

How do I travel from Holyhead to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £40 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to Kendal?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Holyhead to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Kendal train from?

Holyhead to Kendal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Kendal train arrive?

Holyhead to Kendal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Kendal is 174 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Holyhead to Kendal.

How do I get a train ticket from Holyhead to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3229+ hotels available in Kendal.

Holyhead to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 555 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Kendal by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Rugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 1m
£44–138
Train, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
5h 46m
£37–76
Drive 172.9 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Kendalcar 172.9 mi
2h 58m
£43–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Poulton-le-Fyldetrain
3. Take the bus from Booths to Bus Stationbus 42
8h 32m
£39–83

Holyhead to Kendal by train

114Weekly Trains

5h 1mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Kendal via Chester, Warrington Bank Quay, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 1m.

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