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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Preston is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £26 - £40.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Preston?

The distance between Caernarfon and Preston is 116 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Caernarfon to Preston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Preston is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Caernarfon to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2181+ hotels available in Preston.

Caernarfon to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 5 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Preston by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Ebus 5C
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
4h 14m
£36–69
Line 5 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
5h 53m
£26–51
Bus, train via Corwen
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Betws-y-Coed stationbus S1
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Railway Stationbus T8
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h
Drive 107.9 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Prestoncar 107.9 mi
2h 23m
£27–39

Caernarfon to Preston by bus and train

71Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Caernarfon to Preston.

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

There is no direct connection from Caernarfon to Preston. However, you can take the bus to Bangor Bus Station Stand E, walk to Bangor Bus Station Stand B, take the bus to Bangor Railway Station H, walk to Bangor (Gwynedd), take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Preston via Betws-y-Coed station, Corwen Bus Station, Railway Station, Chester, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 7h.

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