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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Durham is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Durham is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Durham. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Durham via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Durham?

The distance between Caernarfon and Durham is 245 miles. The road distance is 216.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Durham without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Caernarfon to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Durham train arrive?

Caernarfon to Durham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Durham is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Caernarfon to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1854+ hotels available in Durham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 40m
£83–161
Drive 215.4 mi
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1. Drive from Caernarfon to Durhamcar 215.4 mi
4h 10m
£53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
8h 26m
£56–120
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Llandudno - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
8h 2m
£86–153

Caernarfon to Durham by bus and train

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Durham, England?

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Durham via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 40m.

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