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Compare train for Cardiff to Caernarfon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Caernarfon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £71, while a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 199 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£71 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-27.74. The journey takes 4h 16m versus 4h 16m 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.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Caernarfon
Travel to Caernarfon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Caernarfon.
- Around 14 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Caernarfon as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG).
- Travel with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry to go to Caernarfon by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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