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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Caernarfon Castle. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Caernarfon Castle?

The distance between Preston and Caernarfon Castle is 115 miles. The road distance is 108.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Preston to Caernarfon Castle, including transfers.

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

Preston to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Caernarfon Castle is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Preston to Caernarfon Castle.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 1773+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

Preston to Caernarfon Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 5 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 56m
£41–74
Drive 107.5 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Caernarfon Castlecar 107.5 mi
2h 22m
£27–38
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
4h 31m
£33–62
Train via Colwyn Bay
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Colwyn Baytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
5h 12m
£47–92

Preston to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, and foot

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Caernarfon Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Caernarfon Castle via Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A in around 3h 56m.

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