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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Bridgend is to bus and train via Aberystwyth which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 38m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Bridgend?

The distance between Caernarfon and Bridgend is 237 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Caernarfon to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Bridgend bus from?

Caernarfon to Bridgend bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Bridgend is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Bridgend?

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

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 643+ hotels available in Bridgend.

Caernarfon to Bridgend - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caernarfon to Bridgend by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 9m
£76–127
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 Bridgendtrain
7h 38m
£35–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bridgendtrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 28m
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Bridgendcar 160.5 mi
3h 53m
£40–58
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 Sarn Odeonbus T1c
7h 13m

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Distance: 236.1 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Sarn Odeon via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 13m.

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