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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith 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 4h 39m.

How far is it from Penrith to Caernarfon?

The distance between Penrith and Caernarfon is 187 miles. The road distance is 184.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Penrith to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Caernarfon train from?

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

Where does the Penrith to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Caernarfon is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Penrith to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1773+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Penrith to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Caernarfon by train or car

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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 / ...
4h 39m
£66–116
Drive 183.8 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Caernarfoncar 183.8 mi
3h 10m
£45–65
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
6h 14m
£68–119

Penrith to Caernarfon by train and bus

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 4h 39m.

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