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

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

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 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 57m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Porth?

The distance between Caernarfon and Porth is 235 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 57m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m 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 Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

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 57m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Porth bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Porth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot 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 1745+ hotels available in Porth.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Porth. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

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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 57m
£94–167
Drive 150.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Porthcar 150.6 mi
3h 39m
£37–53
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bus Depotbus T2
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 Stand 7bus T4
9h 3m
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 35m

Caernarfon to Porth by bus and train

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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 £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Pontypridd Road via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9 in around 9h 3m.

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