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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Tywyn is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Tywyn is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Cinema via Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Tywyn?

The distance between Caernarfon and Tywyn is 52 miles. The road distance is 58.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Tywyn without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Caernarfon to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Tywyn bus from?

Caernarfon to Tywyn bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Tywyn bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Tywyn bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Tywyn is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Caernarfon to Tywyn.

Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1128+ hotels available in Tywyn.

Caernarfon to Tywyn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Rhes Cambrianbus T22
2. Take the train from Porthmadog to Tywyntrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
3h 14m
£15–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Cinemabus G21 / ...
3h 26m
£9–11
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Tywyncar 58.2 mi
1h 28m
£15–21
Bus, train via Minffordd Ffestiniog station
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Minffordd Ffestiniog stationbus T2
2. Take the train from Minffordd to Tywyntrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
3h 23m
£15–24
Line 12 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
2. Take the train from Pwllheli to Tywyntrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
3h 32m

Caernarfon to Tywyn by bus and train

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Distance: 52.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Cinema via Eldon Square 1 in around 3h 26m.

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