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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea is to drive and bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Swansea?

The distance between Caernarfon and Swansea is 177 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Caernarfon to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Swansea train from?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Swansea is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Caernarfon to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Swansea.

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

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

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Drive, bus
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1. Drive from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Park Avenuecar
2. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
6h 53m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 1m
£88–161
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Swanseacar 140 mi
3h 31m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
8h 9m
£74–126

Caernarfon to Swansea by bus and train

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Swansea via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Cardiff Central in around 7h 1m.

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