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 Oxenholme Lake District and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Kendal to Caernarfon?

The distance between Kendal and Caernarfon is 158 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 5h 8m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m 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 1771+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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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 Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 8m
£56–104
Drive 157.4 mi
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1. Drive from Kendal to Caernarfoncar 157.4 mi
2h 46m
£39–56
Line 555 bus, bus, train, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Chads Churchbus 42
3. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
5. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
6. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
10h 8m
£55–94

Kendal to Caernarfon by bus and train

136Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Station, Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, Chester, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 5h 8m.

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