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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Caernarfon?

The distance between Gatwick and Caernarfon is 282 miles. The road distance is 266.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Caernarfon bus from?

Gatwick to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Caernarfon train from?

Gatwick to Caernarfon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 41m.

Where does the Gatwick to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Gatwick to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Caernarfon train arrive?

Gatwick to Caernarfon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Caernarfon is 267 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Gatwick to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Gatwick to Caernarfon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Caernarfon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead
6h 15m
£104–175
Drive 265.2 mi
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1. Drive from Gatwick to Caernarfoncar 265.2 mi
5h 13m
£65–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
4. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
12h 41m
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
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
7h 17m
£95–325
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 31m
£97–182
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 9m
£90–197
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 25m
£152–337

Gatwick to Caernarfon by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 12h 41m.

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