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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Durham to Caernarfon?

The distance between Durham and Caernarfon is 248 miles. The road distance is 217.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Durham to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Caernarfon train from?

Durham to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Caernarfon train arrive?

Durham to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Durham to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Caernarfon is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Durham to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Durham to Caernarfon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Durham to Caernarfon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 23m
£85–154
Drive 216 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Caernarfoncar 216 mi
4h 6m
£53–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Llandudno Junctiontrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
7h 47m
£54–118
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 56m
£98–252
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 14m
£103–220

Durham to Caernarfon by train and bus

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6h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newton-le-Willows, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 23m.

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