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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B via Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Caernarfon?

The distance between Basingstoke and Caernarfon is 257 miles. The road distance is 229.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 17m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Caernarfon bus from?

Basingstoke to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Caernarfon train from?

Basingstoke to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 17m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Caernarfon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Caernarfon train arrive?

Basingstoke to Caernarfon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Caernarfon is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Basingstoke to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Basingstoke to Caernarfon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead / ...
6h 17m
£99–155
Drive 228.1 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Caernarfoncar 228.1 mi
4h 51m
£57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
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
11h 25m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
7h 24m
£103–305
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 58m
£109–200
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 49m
£124–284
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 19m
£141–525

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 255.9 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Stafford, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B via Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen station in around 11h 25m.

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