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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Railway Station, Corwen Bus Station and Bangor Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Caernarfon?

The distance between Macclesfield and Caernarfon is 128 miles. The road distance is 105.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Macclesfield to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Caernarfon bus from?

Macclesfield to Caernarfon bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Caernarfon train from?

Macclesfield to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Caernarfon is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Caernarfon bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Caernarfon train arrive?

Macclesfield to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Caernarfon is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Macclesfield to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Macclesfield to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 18m
£37–69
Drive 104.6 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Caernarfoncar 104.6 mi
1h 57m
£26–38
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 38
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
3. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T10
7h 34m

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Distance: 127.1 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd) hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Railway Station, Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, Corwen Bus Station, and Bangor Bus Station Stand B in around 7h 34m.

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