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 5h 57m.

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 5h 57m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m 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 1750+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Dumfries to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Caernarfon by train or car

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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
5h 57m
£80–134
Drive 235.4 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Caernarfoncar 235.4 mi
4h 4m
£59–85
Train via Llandudno
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
7h 26m
£66–117
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
8h 31m
£69–115

Dumfries to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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 5h 57m.

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