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How to get fromCaernarfon to Tywynby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Caernarfon to Tywyn by bus, train, or car

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  1. Line 12 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus bus 12
    2. Take the train from Pwllheli to Tywyntrain train Pwllheli - Machynlleth
    3h 34m

  2. Drive  58.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Caernarfon to Tywyncar car 58.2 mi
    1h 28m
    £15–21

  3. Line 12 bus, drive

    1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus bus 12
    2. Drive from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Tywyncar car
    2h 5m

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  • Distance: 66.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Caernarfon to Tywyn. However, you can take the line 12 bus to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C, walk to Pwllheli, then take the train to Tywyn. Alternatively, you can drive from Caernarfon to Tywyn in around 1h 28m.

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