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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Matlock is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Matlock is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Matlock via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Kendal to Matlock?

The distance between Kendal and Matlock is 120 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Matlock without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 12m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Kendal to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Kendal to Matlock?

The best way to get from Kendal to Matlock is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £85 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Kendal to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kendal to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Matlock is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Kendal to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1753+ hotels available in Matlock.

Kendal to Matlock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
5h 12m
£32–70
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Matlock117.6 mi
2h 18m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Airport The Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
7h 10m
£31–48
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 28m
£69–82

Kendal to Matlock by train and bus

113Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Matlock, England?

You can take a train from Kendal to Bakewell Road Bus Station via Oxenholme Lake District, Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Airport The Station, and Railway Station in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kendal to Matlock via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Derby in around 5h 28m.

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