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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Exeter is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Exeter is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Stafford and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Exeter?

The distance between Caernarfon and Exeter is 310 miles. The road distance is 245.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Exeter without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 8h 11m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Caernarfon to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Exeter train from?

Caernarfon to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Exeter train arrive?

Caernarfon to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Exeter is 245 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Caernarfon to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Exeter.

Caernarfon to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 11m
£128–226
Drive 244 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Exetercar 244 mi
5h 14m
£60–86
Bus, train
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
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
12h 7m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
6h 43m
£120–234
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
9h 25m
£133–246

Caernarfon to Exeter by bus and train

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Distance: 308 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Exeter St Davids via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), Stafford, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 8h 11m.

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