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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kendal is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kendal is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Reading to Kendal?

The distance between Reading and Kendal is 244 miles. The road distance is 243.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kendal without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 21m and costs £100 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Kendal bus from?

Reading to Kendal bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Reading to Kendal?

The best way to get from Reading to Kendal is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 21m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Reading to Kendal bus arrive?

Reading to Kendal bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kendal is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Reading to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 2591+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 21m
£102–163
Drive 241.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Kendalcar 241.9 mi
4h 18m
£60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 32m
£81–161
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 40m
£106–342
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 31m
£119–185
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 34m
£119–180
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 19m
£117–238
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 31m
£145–307
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 52m
£114–421

Reading to Kendal by train and bus

64Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Reading to The Shakespeare Inn via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Shakespeare Inn via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 32m.

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