What is the cheapest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot is to bus and train via Aberystwyth which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon Castle and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon Castle station to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway 6 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon Castle and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

The distance between Caernarfon Castle and Port Talbot is 172 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot bus from?

Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot train from?

Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot train arrive?

Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 20m
Bus, train via Aberystwyth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
7h 30m
£31–54
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
6h 35m
£80–135
Drive 147.8 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbotcar 147.8 mi
3h 36m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway 6bus T1c
6h 57m

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Map of how to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Caernarfon Castle, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot Parkway via Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B, Bangor station, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Cardiff Central in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Caernarfon Castle to Port Talbot Parkway 6 via Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 6h 57m.

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