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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Caernarfon
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Caernarfon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Caernarfon will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Caernarfon, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:482h47Manchester10:35Caernarfon£261One-way0 changes
- 7:482h47Manchester10:35Caernarfon£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Caernarfon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Caernarfon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Caernarfon:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Caernarfon costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Caernarfon take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 26m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 2h 17m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Caernarfon train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Caernarfon trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:48 Manchester | 2h47 | 10:35 Caernarfon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Caernarfon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 21:11 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester to Caernarfon trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Caernarfon from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon
Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon are provided by Arriva, Virgin trains, and Northern rail. All services have one change, usually at Bangor, and others may have two or three changes. The first train of the day leaves after 5:00 a.m., with services continuing all day until the last train which departs after 11:00 p.m. The quickest service takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes, but some journeys may take up to 7 and 30 minutes. Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon depart from Manchester's Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations, both located in the centre of the city. They arrive at Caernarfon Station on St Helen's Road.
FAQs: Manchester to Caernarfon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Caernarfon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Caernarfon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Caernarfon
Most Manchester to Caernarfon trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Llanfairpwll station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Caernarfon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Caernarfon leave from?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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