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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Caernarfon?

The distance between Wakefield and Caernarfon is 149 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Wakefield to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Caernarfon train from?

Wakefield to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Caernarfon train arrive?

Wakefield to Caernarfon train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Caernarfon is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Wakefield to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Wakefield to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, and bus

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

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1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 59m
£43–77
Drive 141 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Caernarfoncar 141 mi
2h 40m
£35–51
Line 110 bus, bus, train, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Llandudno Junctiontrain
4. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
5. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
7h
£37–62
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 56m
£49–91

Wakefield to Caernarfon by train and bus

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Distance: 148.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Manchester Piccadilly, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 4h 59m.

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