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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £16 - £24.

How far is it from Chester to Caernarfon?

The distance between Chester and Caernarfon is 70 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Caernarfon without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £11 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Chester to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chester to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Caernarfon is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Chester to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1952+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Chester to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Caernarfon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
1h 51m
£12–31
Drive 67.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Caernarfoncar 67.6 mi
1h 14m
£17–24
Line 10 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Bull & Stirrup to Chester Rd Westbus 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Shotton to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
3h 15m
£20–33

Chester to Caernarfon by train and bus

180Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 69.4 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Caernarfon. However, you can take the train to Bangor (Gwynedd), walk to Bangor Railway Station H, then take the bus to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A. Alternatively, you can drive from Chester to Caernarfon in around 1h 14m.

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