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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Kendal is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Kendal is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Drummer St Bus Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Kendal?

The distance between Cambridge and Kendal is 315 miles. The road distance is 217.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Cambridge to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Kendal bus from?

Cambridge to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from Drummer St Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Kendal train from?

Cambridge to Kendal train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Kendal?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Kendal is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 1m.

Where does the Cambridge to Kendal bus arrive?

Cambridge to Kendal bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Kendal train arrive?

Cambridge to Kendal train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Kendal is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Cambridge to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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There are 9 ways to get from Cambridge to Kendal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 55m
£115–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
11h 1m
£38–64
Drive 216.4 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Kendalcar 216.4 mi
4h 5m
£54–78
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain
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 36m
£128–341
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
6h 51m
£79–127
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 18m
£104–167
Fly London Stansted Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 55m
£77–216
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 37m
£81–217
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 39m
£84–221

Cambridge to Kendal by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 313.4 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to The Shakespeare Inn via King's Cross, London Euston, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drummer St Bus Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 1m.

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