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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Caerphilly?

The distance between Caernarfon and Caerphilly is 227 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Caerphilly bus from?

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

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Caerphilly is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Caernarfon to Caerphilly.

Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1648+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Caerphilly 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 Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 19m
£53–136
Drive 151.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Caerphilly151.9 mi
3h 43m
£38–55
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 Tresillian WayT1c
9h 3m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
9h 41m

Caernarfon to Caerphilly by bus and train

50Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.8 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Caerphilly via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Tresillian Way, and Cardiff Central in around 9h 3m.

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