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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Porthmadog Park A and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Caernarfon Castle?

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 Castle?

The distance between Porthmadog and Caernarfon Castle is 23 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to bus which takes 58 min and costs .

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

The bus from Porthmadog Park A to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle bus from?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Porthmadog Park A station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle is to bus which takes 58 min and costs . Alternatively, you can Steam train, which costs £62 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A.

Where does the Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle?

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

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle - 5 ways to travel via bus, Steam train

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castle by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
58 min
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castlecar 19.5 mi
27 min
£5–7
Steam train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfontrain Snowdonia Star / ...
2h 20m
£62
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Caernarfon Castletaxi 19.5 mi
27 min
£40–55
Bus via Eagle Hotel
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Eagle Hotelbus T2
59 min

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Porthmadog Park A to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A hourly, and the journey takes 55 min. 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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