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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Kendal is to bus and train which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Kendal is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Kendal via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Swindon to Kendal?

The distance between Swindon and Kendal is 264 miles. The road distance is 225.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £60 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Swindon to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Kendal train from?

Swindon to Kendal train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Kendal?

The best way to get from Swindon to Kendal is to train which takes 6h and costs £60 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Swindon to Kendal train arrive?

Swindon to Kendal train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Kendal is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Swindon to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3228+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake District
6h
£64–257
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Transport Hub
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Kendal
8h 59m
£32–96
Drive 224.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Kendal224.3 mi
3h 43m
£57–81
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 58m
£70–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
9h 47m
£55–101

Swindon to Kendal by train

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Kendal via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Kendal via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 9h 47m.

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