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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Caernarfon is to bus and train which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Scotland to Caernarfon?

The distance between Scotland and Caernarfon is 307 miles. The road distance is 298.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Scotland to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Caernarfon train from?

Scotland to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Scotland to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Caernarfon is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Scotland to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1748+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Scotland to Caernarfon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Caernarfon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 8m
£102–164
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
8h 40m
£57–97
Drive 296.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Caernarfoncar 296.5 mi
5h 4m
£74–107
Fly from Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 49m
£116–270
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
8h
£92–151
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 14m
£126–280

Scotland to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 304.8 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Scotland and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 8m.

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