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 15m.

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 15m 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 2h 4m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m 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 15m to drive from Chester to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1730+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Chester to Caernarfon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus, and car

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 Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
2h 4m
£22–42
Train, line 5 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain
2. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
2h 59m
£16–32
Drive 67.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Caernarfoncar 67.6 mi
1h 15m
£17–24

Chester to Caernarfon by train and bus

227Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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 take a train from Chester to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Llandudno Junction, Broad Street, and Bangor Bus Station Stand B in around 2h 59m.

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