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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 36m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Paignton to Caernarfon?

The distance between Paignton and Caernarfon is 337 miles. The road distance is 266.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Caernarfon without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 8h and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Paignton to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Caernarfon train from?

Paignton to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Paignton to Caernarfon train arrive?

Paignton to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Caernarfon is 267 miles. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Paignton to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1749+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Paignton to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Paignton to Caernarfon by train, car, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h
£127–211
Drive 265.3 mi
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1. Drive from Paignton to Caernarfoncar 265.3 mi
5h 36m
£67–96
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EXT - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
10h 36m
£143–277
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
10h 15m
£128–234

Paignton to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 335 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, Stafford, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 8h.

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