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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Leicester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Leicester?

The distance between Caernarfon and Leicester is 171 miles. The road distance is 164 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Leicester without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 37m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Caernarfon to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Leicester train from?

Caernarfon to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Leicester train arrive?

Caernarfon to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Leicester is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Caernarfon to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Crewetrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
5h 37m
£48–114
Drive 163 mi
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1. Drive from Caernarfon to Leicestercar 163 mi
3h 15m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
9h 15m
£49–90
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Birmingham New Streettrain Holyhead - Birmingham International
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
6h 29m
£65–112

Caernarfon to Leicester by bus and train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Leicester via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 5h 37m.

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