What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon 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 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Caernarfon is 218 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon 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
4h 50m
£85–142
Drive 159.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfoncar 159.4 mi
3h 52m
£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 28m

Cardiff Central Station to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Caernarfon, 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 Central Station to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Tresillian Way and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 8h 28m.

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