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

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Keswick and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Keswick to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Keswick to Caernarfon?

The distance between Keswick and Caernarfon is 205 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keswick to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Keswick to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Caernarfon train from?

Keswick to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Keswick to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Keswick to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Caernarfon is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Keswick to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Keswick to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 555 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Keswick to Caernarfon by train, car, or bus

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best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 11m
£69–121
Drive 185.9 mi
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1. Drive from Keswick to Caernarfoncar 185.9 mi
3h 26m
£46–67
Line 555 bus, train, line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Greta Bank to Thwaite Lanebus 555
2. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
5. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
6. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
9h 36m
£63–115

Keswick to Caernarfon by bus and train

105Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a bus from Greta Bank to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 11m.

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