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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kendal is to bus and train and line 555 bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Chester to Kendal?

The distance between Chester and Kendal is 87 miles. The road distance is 94.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Chester to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Kendal train from?

Chester to Kendal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Kendal train arrive?

Chester to Kendal train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Chester to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Kendal is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Chester to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3336+ hotels available in Kendal.

Chester to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 25m
£31–54
Drive 93.6 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Kendalcar 93.6 mi
1h 42m
£24–34
Bus, train, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Poulton-le-Fyldetrain
3. Take the bus from Booths to Bus Stationbus 42
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 555
7h 8m
£25–40

Chester to Kendal by train and bus

141Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Chester to The Shakespeare Inn via Warrington Bank Quay, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 2h 25m.

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