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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 5h 50m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Bournemouth?

The distance between Caernarfon and Bournemouth is 319 miles. The road distance is 246.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £120 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Bournemouth bus from?

Caernarfon to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £120 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Bournemouth is 246 miles. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Caernarfon to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

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 Bangor (Gwynedd) to StaffordHolyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 30m
£122–382
Drive 244.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Bournemouth244.6 mi
5h 50m
£61–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
13h 37m
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouth
7h 27m
£93–223
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to WolverhamptonHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
9h 20m
£64–292
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn OdeonT1c
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
14h 13m
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Chester
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)LPL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouth
10h 54m
£104–256

Caernarfon to Bournemouth by bus and train

39Weekly Services

8h 30mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Caernarfon to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 316.7 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Bournemouth via Bangor Bus Station Stand C, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Stafford in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Bournemouth Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 14h 13m.

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