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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Shrewsbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Caernarfon and Shrewsbury is 111 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Shrewsbury is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Caernarfon to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 932+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 31m
£30–55
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
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
6h 21m
£16–24
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Shrewsburycar 85 mi
2h
£21–31
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 Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
4h 28m
£31–53

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Distance: 110.4 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

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 Bus Station via Clock, Bus Depot, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 6h 21m.

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