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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Caernarfon?

The distance between Dumfries and Caernarfon is 238 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Caernarfon train from?

Dumfries to Caernarfon train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Caernarfon train arrive?

Dumfries to Caernarfon train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Caernarfon is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Dumfries to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Dumfries to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and Steam train

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 5m
£85–153
Drive 235.4 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Caernarfoncar 235.4 mi
4h 4m
£58–84
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 34m

Dumfries to Caernarfon by train and bus

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6h 5mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Carlisle, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 5m.

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