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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Caernarfon is to bus and train which costs £55 - £100 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Caernarfon?

The distance between Glasgow and Caernarfon is 307 miles. The road distance is 298.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Glasgow to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Caernarfon train from?

Glasgow to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Glasgow to Caernarfon train arrive?

Glasgow to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Caernarfon is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Glasgow to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1721+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 8m
£100–162
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
9h 2m
£58–99
Drive 296.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Caernarfoncar 296.5 mi
5h 4m
£74–107
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 52m
£82–232
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central 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
£90–149
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 24m
£72–175
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Staffordtrain
4. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 26m
£92–220

Glasgow to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 304.8 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 8m.

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