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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Preston is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Preston via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Preston?

The distance between Caernarfon and Preston is 114 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Caernarfon to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Preston train arrive?

Caernarfon to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Preston is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Caernarfon to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2252+ hotels available in Preston.

Caernarfon to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 5 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 46m
£35–56
Drive 107.9 mi
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1. Drive from Caernarfon to Prestoncar 107.9 mi
2h 24m
£27–39
Line 5 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
4h 35m
£32–53
Line 5 bus, train via Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
5h 54m
£36–64

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Distance: 113.3 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Preston via Bangor station, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 46m.

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