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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon is to train and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Caernarfon?

The distance between Bridgend and Caernarfon is 239 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Caernarfon bus from?

Bridgend to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Caernarfon train from?

Bridgend to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Bridgend to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Bridgend to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Bridgend to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Caernarfon is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Bridgend to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2033+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Bridgend to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend to Caernarfon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 26m
£89–170
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
8h 57m
£39–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
7h 50m
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Caernarfoncar 160.3 mi
3h 53m
£40–57

Bridgend to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 237.1 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sarn Odeon to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 7h 50m.

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