What is the cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Powis Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Powis Castle. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Coed-y-Dinas via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Powis Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Powis Castle. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Welshpool via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

The distance between Caernarfon and Powis Castle is 104 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

How do I travel from Caernarfon to Powis Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle without a car is to bus and train via Machynlleth which takes 4h 25m and costs £20 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Powis Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Powis Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Powis Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Powis Castle train arrive?

Caernarfon to Powis Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Powis Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Powis Castle is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Caernarfon to Powis Castle.

Where can I stay near Powis Castle?

There are 555+ hotels available in Powis Castle.

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There are 5 ways to get from Caernarfon to Powis Castle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Machynlleth
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Clockbus 1
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Welshpooltrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
4h 25m
£21–32
Bus
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
5h 32m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 24m
£40–65
Drive 78.5 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Powis Castlecar 78.5 mi
1h 56m
£20–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Welshpooltrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
4h 47m
£21–32

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Distance: 103 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Powis Castle, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsbury every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Powis Castle via Clock, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, and Coed-y-Dinas in around 5h 32m.

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