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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Kendal is to bus and train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Kendal is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Kendal?

The distance between Mallaig and Kendal is 309 miles. The road distance is 287.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Mallaig to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Kendal train from?

Mallaig to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.

Where does the Mallaig to Kendal train arrive?

Mallaig to Kendal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Kendal is 288 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Mallaig to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3379+ hotels available in Kendal.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
8h 22m
£124–224
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 8m
£48–80
Drive 286.2 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Kendalcar 286.2 mi
5h 26m
£70–101

Mallaig to Kendal by train and bus

19Weekly Services

8h 22mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 306.9 mi
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Mallaig to The Shakespeare Inn via Glasgow Queen Street, George Square, Central Station Forecourt, Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 8h 22m.

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