What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon is to bus which costs £18 - £24 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B via Newtown Bus Station and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Caernarfon is 213 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 2m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfon by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 2m
£68–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
8h 9m
£18–23
Bus via Machynlleth
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Bbus 1
7h 39m
Drive 135.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caernarfoncar 135.7 mi
3h 21m
£34–49

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Machynlleth Town Clock in around 7h 39m.

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