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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Caernarfon is to bus and train which costs £40 - £70 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Oxenholme Lake District and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Windermere to Caernarfon?

The distance between Windermere and Caernarfon is 165 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Windermere to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Caernarfon train from?

Windermere to Caernarfon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Caernarfon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Caernarfon is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Windermere to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1748+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 13m
£52–94
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus X8
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
6h 2m
£41–67
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Caernarfoncar 165.1 mi
2h 53m
£41–60
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
7h 6m
£52–95

Windermere to Caernarfon by train and bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Oxenholme Lake District, Warrington Bank Quay, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 5h 13m.

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