What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £100 - £150 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon is to fly and train which takes 6h 56m and costs £110 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Caernarfon?

The distance between Aberdeen and Caernarfon is 433 miles. The road distance is 415.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Caernarfon without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 9h 33m and costs £150 - £290.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon?

It takes approximately 9h 33m to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Caernarfon train from?

Aberdeen to Caernarfon train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Caernarfon train arrive?

Aberdeen to Caernarfon train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Caernarfon is 416 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Aberdeen to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2033+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Aberdeen to Caernarfon - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Aberdeen to Caernarfon by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 33m
£150–284
Drive 413.3 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdeen to Caernarfoncar 413.3 mi
7h 10m
£102–147
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 56m
£116–290
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
11h 33m
£174–348
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)plane ABZ - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 31m
£126–303
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 9m
£123–325
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 33m
£160–370

Aberdeen to Caernarfon by train and bus

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9h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430.1 mi
Duration: 9h 33m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Haymarket, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 9h 33m.

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