What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle station. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Brecon and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle. However, there are services departing from Abergavenny and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

The distance between Brecon and Caernarfon Castle is 208 miles. The road distance is 117.6 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Caernarfon Castle bus from?

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Caernarfon Castle train from?

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Abergavenny station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

The best way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Brecon to Caernarfon Castle bus arrive?

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Brecon to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Caernarfon Castle is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Brecon to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 19m
£73–123
Drive 117 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Caernarfon Castlecar 117 mi
2h 57m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
7h 30m

Brecon to Caernarfon Castle by bus, foot, and train

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Caernarfon Castle, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Abergavenny to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Caernarfon Castle via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A in around 7h 30m.

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