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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Kendal to Cardiff?

The distance between Kendal and Cardiff is 232 miles. The road distance is 232 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Kendal to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Cardiff train from?

Kendal to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Kendal to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Kendal to Cardiff train arrive?

Kendal to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Cardiff is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Kendal to Cardiff.

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

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Kendal to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Kendal to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 31m
£89–165
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kendal to Manchester AirportWindermere - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway GDM19
8h 11m
£32–58
Drive 230.7 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Cardiff230.7 mi
4h 39m
£58–84
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 51m
£59–158
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 54m
£67–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
9h 7m
£50–108
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 15m
£75–278
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 33m
£57–187
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 13m
£106–351

Kendal to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 230.7 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kendal to Sophia Gardens via Oxenholme Lake District, Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 7m.

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