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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Llangollen is to bus via Dolgellau which costs £10 - £14 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Llangollen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Llangollen?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Llangollen. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Bowling Green via Betws-y-Coed station and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Llangollen?

The distance between Caernarfon and Llangollen is 57 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Llangollen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Caernarfon to Llangollen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Llangollen bus from?

Caernarfon to Llangollen bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Llangollen bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Llangollen bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, arrive at Betws-y-Coed station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Llangollen?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Llangollen is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Caernarfon to Llangollen.

Where can I stay near Llangollen?

There are 762+ hotels available in Llangollen.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Betws-y-Coed stationbus S1
2. Take the bus from Betws-y-Coed station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T10
3h 58m
Bus via Dolgellau
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Coleg Meirion Dwyforbus T2
2. Take the bus from Coleg Meirion Dwyfor to Parade Street 1bus T3 / ...
4h 9m
£10–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bridge End Hotelbus 5 / ...
4h
£29–59
Drive 55.7 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Llangollencar 55.7 mi
1h 22m
£14–20

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Bowling Green via Betws-y-Coed station and Corwen Bus Station in around 3h 58m.

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