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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham 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 1m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Caernarfon?

The distance between Cheltenham and Caernarfon is 189 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Cheltenham to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Caernarfon train from?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Caernarfon is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cheltenham to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 1m
£70–137
Drive 158.2 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Caernarfoncar 158.2 mi
3h 25m
£39–56
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 38m
£78–142
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Country Bus Stationbus 445
2. Take the train from Hereford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 20m
£69–132

Cheltenham to Caernarfon by train and bus

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5h 1mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, 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 1m.

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