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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

The distance between Pontypridd and Caernarfon is 231 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus from?

Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Caernarfon is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Caernarfon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Caernarfon is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1675+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Pontypridd to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 24m
£61–144
Drive 147.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Caernarfon147.1 mi
3h 32m
£37–54
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
8h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
10h 4m

Pontypridd to Caernarfon by train and bus

54Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.3 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Caernarfon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 8h 50m.

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