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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Oxenholme Lake District and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Caernarfon?

The distance between Ambleside and Caernarfon is 172 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Ambleside to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Caernarfon train from?

Ambleside to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Ambleside to Caernarfon train arrive?

Ambleside to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Caernarfon is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ambleside to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1767+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Ambleside to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Caernarfon by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 20m
£61–104
Drive 169.6 mi
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1. Drive from Ambleside to Caernarfoncar 169.6 mi
3h 1m
£42–60
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
8h 32m
£65–121

Ambleside to Caernarfon by bus and train

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Blackhall Road, Station, Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 20m.

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