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

The cheapest way to get from York to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Caernarfon Castle is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between York and Caernarfon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from York to Caernarfon Castle. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from York to Caernarfon Castle?

The distance between York and Caernarfon Castle is 177 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Caernarfon Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from York to Caernarfon Castle, including transfers.

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

York to Caernarfon Castle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Caernarfon Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from York to Caernarfon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Caernarfon Castle is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from York to Caernarfon Castle.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon Castle?

There are 2238+ hotels available in Caernarfon Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 48m
£65–114
Drive 166.2 mi
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1. Drive from York to Caernarfon Castlecar 166.2 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blossom Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Llandudno Junctiontrain
8h 13m
£44–88
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from York to Halifaxtrain
2. Take the train from Halifax to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 15m
£67–133

York to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, and foot

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from York to Caernarfon Castle via Manchester Piccadilly, Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A in around 5h 48m.

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