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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Brecon to Caernarfon?

The distance between Brecon and Caernarfon is 208 miles. The road distance is 117.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £70 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Brecon to Caernarfon bus from?

Brecon to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Brecon to Caernarfon is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Brecon to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Brecon to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Brecon to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Caernarfon is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Brecon to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1954+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Brecon to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Brecon to Caernarfon by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 6m
£72–99
Drive 116.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Caernarfoncar 116.9 mi
2h 56m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
7h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brecon to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 206.8 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Abergavenny to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 7h 8m.

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