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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Caernarfon?

The distance between Carlisle and Caernarfon is 205 miles. The road distance is 203.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Carlisle to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Caernarfon train from?

Carlisle to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Caernarfon train arrive?

Carlisle to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Caernarfon is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Carlisle to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1749+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 55m
£73–125
Drive 202.5 mi
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1. Drive from Carlisle to Caernarfoncar 202.5 mi
3h 31m
£50–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
7h 13m
£54–108
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
6h 29m
£70–124

Carlisle to Caernarfon by train and bus

100Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 4h 55m.

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