What is the cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Builth Wells and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Builth Wells to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

The distance between Builth Wells and Caernarfon is 128 miles. The road distance is 100.7 miles.

How do I travel from Builth Wells to Caernarfon without a car?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon without a car is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Caernarfon bus from?

Builth Wells to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Caernarfon train from?

Builth Wells to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Builth Wells to Caernarfon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Builth Wells to Caernarfon train arrive?

Builth Wells to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Caernarfon is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Builth Wells to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1772+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Builth Wells to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Builth Wells to Caernarfon by bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Groe 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
6h 23m
Drive 100.1 mi
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1. Drive from Builth Wells to Caernarfoncar 100.1 mi
2h 33m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 32m
£62–108

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Distance: 127.1 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a bus from Groe to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groe to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 32m.

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