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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Caernarfon is to bus and train via Liverpool which costs £45 - £90 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Newcastle and Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Caernarfon?

The distance between Sunderland and Caernarfon is 269 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Sunderland to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Caernarfon train from?

Sunderland to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Sunderland to Caernarfon train arrive?

Sunderland to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Caernarfon is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Sunderland to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1749+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
7h 17m
£78–135
Bus, train via Liverpool
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
8h 32m
£50–87
Drive 229.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Caernarfoncar 229.8 mi
4h 9m
£57–83
Bus, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 25m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 172
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead / ...
9h 12m
£51–98
Bus, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 10m

Sunderland to Caernarfon by train and bus

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7h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 267.7 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newcastle, Newton-le-Willows, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 7h 17m.

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