What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham Spa and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon?

The distance between Cheltenham Spa and Caernarfon is 189 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon train from?

Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon train arrive?

Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2009+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
5h 13m
£63–117
Drive 158.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfoncar 158.4 mi
3h 26m
£39–57
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
5h 47m
£63–122
Bus, line 33 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Road to Transport Hubbus 94X / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Cantilupe Roadbus 33 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cantilupe Road to Railway Stationbus 33
4. Take the train from Hereford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
5. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
9h 5m
£60–97

Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon by train and bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Cheltenham Spa, England and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 5h 13m.

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