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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Colchester to Caernarfon?

The distance between Colchester and Caernarfon is 304 miles. The road distance is 274.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Colchester to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Caernarfon train from?

Colchester to Caernarfon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Caernarfon train arrive?

Colchester to Caernarfon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Caernarfon is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Colchester to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Colchester to Caernarfon - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Caernarfon by train, car, plane, or bus

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1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead
6h 16m
£108–173
Drive 272.8 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Caernarfoncar 272.8 mi
5h 24m
£68–98
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 11m
£131–373
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
11h 2m
£118–209
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 3m
£79–202
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 53m
£414–691

Colchester to Caernarfon by train, foot, subway, and bus

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 301.9 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 16m.

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