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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kendal is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kendal is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Kendal via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Kendal?

The distance between Reading and Kendal is 244 miles. The road distance is 243 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kendal without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 39m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Reading to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kendal train from?

Reading to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Kendal train arrive?

Reading to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kendal is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Reading to Kendal.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3326+ hotels available in Kendal.

Reading to Kendal - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Kendal by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 39m
£89–145
Drive 241.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Kendalcar 241.6 mi
4h 23m
£60–86
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 46m
£93–336
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 46m
£102–164
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 49m
£101–154
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 10m
£97–348
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 56m
£139–292

Reading to Kendal by train

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Distance: 242.8 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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You can take a train from Reading to Kendal via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 39m.

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