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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B via Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle?

The distance between Swindon and Caernarfon Castle is 263 miles. The road distance is 190.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle, including transfers.

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

Swindon to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

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

Swindon to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle?

The best way to get from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Swindon to Caernarfon Castle bus arrive?

Swindon to Caernarfon Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swindon to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

Swindon to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Caernarfon Castle is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 2227+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 22m
£90–155
Drive 189.6 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Caernarfon Castlecar 189.6 mi
4h 2m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Sophia Gardensbus Cp1
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Bbus 1
10h 39m
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h
£84–145

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Distance: 261.6 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Caernarfon Castle via Newport (S Wales), Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Caernarfon Castle via Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, Carmarthen station, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B in around 10h 39m.

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