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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Oxenholme Lake District and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Kendal to Caernarfon?

The distance between Kendal and Caernarfon is 157 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Kendal to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Caernarfon train from?

Kendal to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Kendal to Caernarfon train arrive?

Kendal to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Caernarfon is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Kendal to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Kendal to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 58m
£50–89
Drive 157.4 mi
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1. Drive from Kendal to Caernarfoncar 157.4 mi
2h 46m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Chads Churchbus 42
2. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
9h 29m
£47–79

Kendal to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Kendal to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 4h 58m.

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