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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 42m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead station. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Holyhead station via Bangor Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead?

The distance between Caernarfon and Port of Holyhead is 36 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 57m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead, including transfers.

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

Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, depart from Turf Square station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead?

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

Where can I stay near Port of Holyhead?

There are 919+ hotels available in Port of Holyhead.

Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bangor Bus Station Stand E5C
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
1h 57m
£10–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bangor Bus Station Stand E5C
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead station4X
2h 42m
£5–9
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead28.8 mi
34 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caernarfon to Port of Holyhead28.8 mi
34 min
£60–75

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

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1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Port of Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a bus from Turf Square to Port of Holyhead via Bangor Bus Station Stand C and Holyhead station in around 2h 42m.

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