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

The cheapest way to get from Wells to Kendal is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wells to Kendal is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Wells and Kendal?

No, there is no direct bus from Wells to Kendal. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Wells and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Wells to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Kendal via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Wells to Kendal?

The distance between Wells and Kendal is 257 miles. The road distance is 252.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wells to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Wells to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wells to Kendal bus from?

Wells to Kendal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wells to Kendal train from?

Wells to Kendal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Wells to Kendal?

The best way to get from Wells to Kendal is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Wells to Kendal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wells to Kendal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wells to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Wells to Kendal is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Wells to Kendal.

Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3324+ hotels available in Kendal.

Wells to Kendal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wells to Kendal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 5m
£87–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
11h 17m
£43–70
Drive 251 mi
1. Drive from Wells to Kendalcar 251 mi
4h 20m
£62–90
Line 376 bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Street to Bus Stationbus 374 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 58m
£103–164
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
10h 3m
£78–132

Wells to Kendal by bus and train

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.9 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a bus from New Street to Kendal via Highgrove Street, The Centre, Temple Meads Stn, Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to The Shakespeare Inn via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 17m.

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