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

The cheapest way to get from York to Caernarfon is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Caernarfon is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from York to Caernarfon?

The distance between York and Caernarfon is 178 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Caernarfon without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from York to Caernarfon, including transfers.

Can I drive from York to Caernarfon?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Caernarfon is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from York to Caernarfon.

Where can I stay near Caernarfon?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Caernarfon.

York to Caernarfon - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from York to Caernarfon by train 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 York to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead
5h 12m
£52–98
Drive 166.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Caernarfoncar 166.2 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead
5h 47m
£54–97
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from York to Halifaxtrain
2. Take the train from Halifax to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
6h 1m
£42–111

York to Caernarfon by train and bus

93Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from York to Caernarfon.

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from York to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A via Newton-le-Willows, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 5h 12m.

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