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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Kendal is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Kendal is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Harbour and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Kendal?

The distance between Porthmadog and Kendal is 164 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Kendal without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 5h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Porthmadog to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Kendal train from?

Porthmadog to Kendal train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, depart from Porthmadog Harbour station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Kendal train arrive?

Porthmadog to Kendal train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, arrive at Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Kendal is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Porthmadog to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3332+ hotels available in Kendal.

Porthmadog to Kendal - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and Steam train

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

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Taxi, bus, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Corwen Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Railway Stationbus T8
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 20m
Drive 154.1 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Kendalcar 154.1 mi
3h 3m
£39–56
Steam train, train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
4. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 24m

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog Harbour to The Shakespeare Inn via Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Warrington Bank Quay, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 7h 24m.

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