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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Porth is to bus via Newtown which costs £23 - £40 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Porth is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Porth. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Porth?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Porth. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Porth via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Porth?

The distance between Caernarfon and Porth is 233 miles. The road distance is 151.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Porth without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Caernarfon to Porth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Porth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Porth train from?

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Porth?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Porth is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 9h.

Where does the Caernarfon to Porth bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Porth bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Porth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Porth?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Porth is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Caernarfon to Porth.

Where can I stay near Porth?

There are 1770+ hotels available in Porth.

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There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Porth 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 37m
£75–119
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Clockbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
9h
£24–37
Drive 150.6 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Porthcar 150.6 mi
3h 39m
£38–54
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 Tresillian Waybus T1c
10h 39m

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Distance: 231.5 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Pontypridd Road via Clock, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station 8, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9 in around 9h.

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