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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon Castle and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon Castle and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Swansea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea?

The distance between Caernarfon Castle and Swansea is 265 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea, including transfers.

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

Caernarfon Castle to Swansea bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

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

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea?

The best way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Caernarfon Castle to Swansea bus arrive?

Caernarfon Castle to Swansea bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Caernarfon Castle to Swansea train arrive?

Caernarfon Castle to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon Castle to Swansea is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Swansea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 6m
£101–196
Drive 140.3 mi
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1. Drive from Caernarfon Castle to Swanseacar 140.3 mi
3h 32m
£35–50
Bus, train
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 Swanseatrain
7h 16m
Bus
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 Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6bus T1c
8h 19m

Caernarfon Castle to Swansea by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea via Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Caernarfon Castle to Swansea via Turf Square, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6, and Port Talbot Parkway in around 8h 19m.

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