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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

How far is it from Preston to Caernarfon?

The distance between Preston and Caernarfon is 115 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Caernarfon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £20 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Preston to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Caernarfon is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Preston to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

Preston to Caernarfon - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Preston to Caernarfon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A5C
3h 36m
£21–53
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Caernarfon107.2 mi
2h 20m
£27–39

Preston to Caernarfon by train and bus

170Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Caernarfon. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Chester, 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 Preston to Caernarfon in around 2h 20m.

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