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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Kendal is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Kendal via Derby, Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Matlock to Kendal?

The distance between Matlock and Kendal is 122 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Kendal without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 21m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Matlock to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Kendal train from?

Matlock to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Kendal?

The best way to get from Matlock to Kendal is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Matlock to Kendal train arrive?

Matlock to Kendal train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Kendal is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Matlock to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3231+ hotels available in Kendal.

Matlock to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Matlock to Kendal by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Market PlaceTp
2. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Kendal
5h 21m
£28–59
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Market PlaceTp
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Station199
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 9m
£28–77
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Kendal117.3 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to CreweNewark Castle - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 35m
£69–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Station199
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bus Station Night Std181
7h 50m
£29–53

Matlock to Kendal by bus, foot, and train

25Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Kendal via Derby, Crewe, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Kendal via Market Place, Manchester Airport The Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 50m.

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