What is the cheapest way to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Kendal and Merthyr Tydfil is 256 miles. The road distance is 217.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

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

Where does the Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 726+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
7h 2m
£84–139
Drive 216.4 mi
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1. Drive from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfilcar 216.4 mi
4h 15m
£54–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kendal to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 23m
£77–131
Train, bus via Station
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 38m
£76–134

Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 254.4 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Kendal to Merthyr Tydfil via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 2m.

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