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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Caernarfon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Porthmadog Park Stand B and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Caernarfon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Porthmadog Harbour and arriving at Caernarfon. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Caernarfon?

The distance between Porthmadog and Caernarfon is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon without a car is to bus which takes 36 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Caernarfon bus from?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Porthmadog Park Stand B station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Caernarfon train from?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, depart from Porthmadog Harbour station.

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon is to bus which takes 36 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can Steam train, which costs £62 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Porthmadog to Caernarfon train arrive?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, arrive at Caernarfon station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Caernarfon is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Porthmadog to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1739+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Porthmadog to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via bus, Steam train, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Bbus 1
36 min
£3–5
Steam train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfontrain Snowdonia Star / ...
2h 15m
£62
Drive 19.6 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Caernarfoncar 19.6 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Caernarfontaxi 19.6 mi
27 min
£90–110

Porthmadog to Caernarfon by bus

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Distance: 19.4 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

TaithCymru operates a bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B every 3 hours, and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways operates a train from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfon 6 times a week. Tickets cost £62 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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