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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Kendal is to bus which costs £65 - £160 and takes 11h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Kendal is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Kendal?

The distance between Bournemouth and Kendal is 320 miles. The road distance is 291.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £150 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Bournemouth to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kendal bus from?

Bournemouth to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Kendal train from?

Bournemouth to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Kendal?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Kendal is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 11h 37m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kendal bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Kendal train arrive?

Bournemouth to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Kendal is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Bournemouth to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Bournemouth to Kendal - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Kendal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 50m
£154–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
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
11h 37m
£69–160
Drive 289.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Kendalcar 289.9 mi
5h 14m
£71–103
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth 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 23m
£116–254
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 5m
£168–252
Train via Manchester #2
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
8h 6m
£166–242
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
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
6h 35m
£105–345
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth 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 30m
£138–308

Bournemouth to Kendal by train and bus

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 318.3 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to The Shakespeare Inn via Stafford, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 37m.

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