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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Caernarfon is to bus and drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Swansea to Caernarfon?

The distance between Swansea and Caernarfon is 177 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Swansea to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Caernarfon train from?

Swansea to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Where does the Swansea to Caernarfon train arrive?

Swansea to Caernarfon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Caernarfon is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Swansea to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Swansea to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
4. Drive from Park Avenue to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Ccar
6h 21m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h
£86–157
Drive 139.9 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Caernarfoncar 139.9 mi
3h 31m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 32m
£72–123

Swansea to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 176.1 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Cardiff Central, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 7h.

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