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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Kendal is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Kendal is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Rugby to Kendal?

The distance between Rugby and Kendal is 169 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Rugby to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Kendal train from?

Rugby to Kendal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Where does the Rugby to Kendal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rugby to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Kendal is 179 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Rugby to Kendal.

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

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3329+ hotels available in Kendal.

Rugby to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£56–111
Drive 178.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Kendalcar 178.4 mi
2h 55m
£45–64
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 40m
£58–101
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Shakespeare Innbus 755 / ...
6h 26m
£65–112

Rugby to Kendal by train and bus

80Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Kendal, England?

You can take a train from Rugby to The Shakespeare Inn via Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 3h 27m.

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