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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Kendal is to line 268 bus and train which costs £17 - £26 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Kendal via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Kendal?

The distance between Wakefield and Kendal is 113 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £26 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Wakefield to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Kendal bus from?

Wakefield to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Kendal train from?

Wakefield to Kendal train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Kendal?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Kendal is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £26 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Wakefield to Kendal bus arrive?

Wakefield to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Kendal train arrive?

Wakefield to Kendal train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Kendal is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Wakefield to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Wakefield to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, line 268 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 43m
£26–66
Line 268 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Keighley to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
6h 10m
£17–26
Drive 76.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Kendalcar 76.3 mi
1h 49m
£19–27
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555 / ...
4h 8m
£17–55
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
6h 49m
£22–40

Wakefield to Kendal by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.1 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Kendal via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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