What is the cheapest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead?

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead?

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon Castle and Port of Holyhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon Castle station to Port of Holyhead station. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Holyhead station via Bangor Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead?

The distance between Caernarfon Castle and Port of Holyhead is 36 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

How do I travel from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead without a car?

The best way to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h and costs £10 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead bus from?

Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A.

Where does the Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead bus arrive?

Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, arrive at Bangor Bus Station Stand E.

Can I drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead is 29 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead.

Where can I stay near Port of Holyhead?

There are 919+ hotels available in Port of Holyhead.

Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand E5C
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2h
£10–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand E5C
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead station4X
2h 46m
£5–9
Drive 28.9 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead28.9 mi
34 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead28.9 mi
34 min
£60–75
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Bodelis4A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bodelis to Holyhead station4 / ...
3h 29m
£8–12

Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 36 mi
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What companies run services between Caernarfon Castle, Wales and Port of Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Caernarfon Castle to Port of Holyhead via Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, Bangor Bus Station Stand C, and Holyhead station in around 2h 46m.

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