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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Cardiff?

The distance between Caernarfon and Cardiff is 217 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Cardiff bus from?

Caernarfon to Cardiff bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Cardiff train from?

Caernarfon to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Cardiff bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Caernarfon to Cardiff train arrive?

Caernarfon to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Cardiff is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Caernarfon to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1737+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
5h 34m
£70–110
Drive 158.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Cardiffcar 158.6 mi
3h 50m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 56m
Bus via Turf Square
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
8h 35m

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 56m.

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