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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Windermere is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Windermere via Warrington Bank Quay and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Windermere?

The distance between Caernarfon and Windermere is 166 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Caernarfon to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Windermere is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Caernarfon to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 56m
£60–108
Drive 165.1 mi
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1. Drive from Caernarfon to Windermerecar 165.1 mi
2h 54m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
7h 3m
£46–79
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain
8h 26m
£61–112

Caernarfon to Windermere by bus and train

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Windermere via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), Warrington Bank Quay, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 56m.

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