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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Holyhead is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Holyhead via Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Kendal to Holyhead?

The distance between Kendal and Holyhead is 172 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kendal to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Holyhead train arrive?

Kendal to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Holyhead is 174 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Kendal to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 253+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 49m
£36–91
Drive 173.1 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Holyheadcar 173.1 mi
2h 59m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
7h 17m
£41–85
Line 555 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Chads Churchbus 42
3. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
8h 19m
£45–87

Kendal to Holyhead by train

114Weekly Trains

4h 49mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Holyhead via Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 4h 49m.

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