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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Caernarfon station. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Welshpool to Caernarfon?

The distance between Welshpool and Caernarfon is 132 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Caernarfon bus from?

Welshpool to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A.

Train or bus from Welshpool to Caernarfon?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the Welshpool to Caernarfon bus arrive?

Welshpool to Caernarfon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Caernarfon is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Welshpool to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1960+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Welshpool 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 Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 8m
£47–68
Drive 76.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Caernarfon76.5 mi
1h 48m
£19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Welshpool to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
4h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
6h

Welshpool to Caernarfon by train and bus

84Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Welshpool to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Bangor (Gwynedd) hourly. Tickets cost £40–55 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 6h.

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