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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

The distance between Pontypridd and Caernarfon is 231 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus from?

Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Caernarfon train from?

Pontypridd to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypridd to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Caernarfon is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 22m
£86–161
Drive 147.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfoncar 147.1 mi
3h 32m
£36–52
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 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
9h 13m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
10h 19m

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 9h 13m.

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