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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Kendal is to bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 14h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Kendal is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Tesco, Poole Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Kendal via Waterloo station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Dorset to Kendal?

The distance between Dorset and Kendal is 395 miles. The road distance is 291.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Kendal without a car is to train via London which takes 8h 18m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Dorset to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Kendal bus from?

Dorset to Kendal bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Kendal train from?

Dorset to Kendal train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Kendal?

The best way to get from Dorset to Kendal is to train via London which takes 8h 18m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Dorset to Kendal bus arrive?

Dorset to Kendal bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Dorset to Kendal train arrive?

Dorset to Kendal train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Kendal is 291 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Dorset to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3325+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 18m
£132–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
14h 7m
£56–102
Drive 289.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Kendalcar 289.7 mi
5h 18m
£73–105
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 34m
£143–239
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
12h 15m
£119–207

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Distance: 392.3 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Kendal via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to The Shakespeare Inn via Tesco, Bus Station, Poole Seldown Coach Station, London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 14h 7m.

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