What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle station. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Caernarfon Castle is 219 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle train from?

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 2238+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 17m
£85–143
Drive 158 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castlecar 158 mi
3h 48m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
8h 49m

Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Caernarfon Castle, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Castle to Caernarfon Castle via Tresillian Way, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A in around 8h 49m.

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