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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Kendal is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Kendal is to fly and train which takes 4h 42m and costs £95 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Southampton to Kendal?

The distance between Southampton and Kendal is 291 miles. The road distance is 283 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Kendal without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 21m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Southampton to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kendal bus from?

Southampton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kendal train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Kendal?

The best way to get from Southampton to Kendal is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 21m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Southampton to Kendal bus arrive?

Southampton to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Kendal train arrive?

Southampton to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Kendal is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Southampton to Kendal.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

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Southampton to Kendal - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 21m
£133–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 4m
£57–135
Drive 281.4 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Kendalcar 281.4 mi
4h 50m
£69–99
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
4h 42m
£98–242
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 27m
£148–221
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
9h 33m
£131–238
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
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
6h 9m
£94–332
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 57m
£119–276
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
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 23m
£100–356
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h
£103–228

Southampton to Kendal by train and bus

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6h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.6 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to The Shakespeare Inn via Wolverhampton, Oxenholme Lake District, and Station in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to The Shakespeare Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 10h 4m.

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