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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Caernarfon is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 14h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Poole to Caernarfon?

The distance between Poole and Caernarfon is 365 miles. The road distance is 239.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Caernarfon without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 20m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Poole to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Caernarfon bus from?

Poole to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Caernarfon train from?

Poole to Caernarfon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Poole to Caernarfon is to train via London which takes 7h 20m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 14h 16m.

Where does the Poole to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Poole to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Caernarfon train arrive?

Poole to Caernarfon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Caernarfon is 240 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Poole to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1748+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Poole to Caernarfon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromPoole to Caernarfon

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Poole to Caernarfon by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead
7h 20m
£125–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
4. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
14h 16m
£51–84
Drive 238.2 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Caernarfoncar 238.2 mi
5h 51m
£60–86
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 14m
£120–272
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead / ...
9h 8m
£122–204
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 37m
£119–219
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 42m
£127–365
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 30m
£133–292

Poole to Caernarfon by bus

14Weekly Buses

14h 16mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Poole to Caernarfon.

Launch map view

Distance: 362.7 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 14h 16m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.