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How to get fromHarlech to Caernarfon Castleby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Harlech to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 12 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Harlech to Pwllhelitrain train Machynlleth - Pwllheli
    2. Take the bus from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Cbus bus 12
    2h 10m

  2. Drive  28.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Harlech to Caernarfon Castlecar car 28.2 mi
    39 min
    £7–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Harlech to Caernarfon Castletaxi taxi 28.2 mi
    39 min
    £120–150

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  • Distance: 44.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Harlech, Wales and Caernarfon Castle, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Harlech to Caernarfon Castle. However, you can take the train to Pwllheli, walk to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C, take the line 12 bus to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C, then walk to Caernarfon Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Harlech to Caernarfon Castle in around 39 min.

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