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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to York is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to York is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and York?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to York. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at York via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to York?

The distance between Caernarfon and York is 178 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to York without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Caernarfon to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to York train from?

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

Where does the Caernarfon to York train arrive?

Caernarfon to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to York is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Caernarfon to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1946+ hotels available in York.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 57m
£61–116
Drive 165.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Yorkcar 165.8 mi
3h 5m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
8h 16m
£45–88
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 16m
£63–121
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Halifaxtrain
3. Take the train from Halifax to Yorktrain
7h 16m
£60–117

Caernarfon to York by bus and train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Turf Square to York via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 57m.

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