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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Kendal is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Kendal is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Kendal via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Bristol to Kendal?

The distance between Bristol and Kendal is 236 miles. The road distance is 231.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Kendal without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Bristol to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Kendal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Kendal train from?

Bristol to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Kendal?

The best way to get from Bristol to Kendal is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Bristol to Kendal bus arrive?

Bristol to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Kendal train arrive?

Bristol to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Kendal is 232 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Bristol to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3326+ hotels available in Kendal.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 22m
£85–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
9h 4m
£40–66
Drive 230.3 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Kendalcar 230.3 mi
3h 46m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 31m
£98–158
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
8h 15m
£76–128

Bristol to Kendal by train

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Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Kendal via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 4m.

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