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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitby to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Caernarfon?

No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Caernarfon. However, there are services departing from Whitby and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Middlesbrough and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Whitby to Caernarfon?

The distance between Whitby and Caernarfon is 233 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Caernarfon without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 33m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Whitby to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Caernarfon train from?

Whitby to Caernarfon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.

Where does the Whitby to Caernarfon train arrive?

Whitby to Caernarfon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Whitby to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Caernarfon is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Whitby to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1738+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitby to Caernarfon by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Rail Stationbus 840
2. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 33m
£53–96
Drive 214.2 mi
1. Drive from Whitby to Caernarfoncar 214.2 mi
3h 57m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Whitby to Middlesbroughtrain
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
8h 47m
£77–138
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Rail Stationbus 840
2. Take the train from York to Halifaxtrain
3. Take the train from Halifax to Chestertrain
4. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
9h 28m
£60–112

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Map of how to get from Whitby to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 231.7 mi
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Whitby, North Yorkshire, England and Caernarfon, Wales?

You can take a train from Whitby to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Middlesbrough, Manchester Oxford Road, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 8h 47m.

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