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 £45 - £90 and takes 6h 47m.

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 46m and costs £55 - £80.

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 Oxenholme Lake District via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Swindon to Kendal?

The distance between Swindon and Kendal is 235 miles. The road distance is 225.2 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 5h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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.

Where does the Swindon to Kendal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Kendal is 225 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 3332+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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There are 4 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 Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 40m
£86–146
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Abus Cf4
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 47m
£49–86
Drive 223.9 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Kendalcar 223.9 mi
3h 46m
£56–81
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 42m
£97–166

Swindon to Kendal by train and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.3 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to The Shakespeare Inn via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 5h 40m.

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