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Compare bus and train for Chester to Caernarfon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Caernarfon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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$22 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Caernarfon train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Caernarfon trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 L64848 | On time 12:29 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h14 | 1:43 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L64182 | On time 1:22 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h25 | 2:47 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Caernarfon
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Trains from Chester to Caernarfon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 22:56 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Chester to Caernarfon trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Caernarfon from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chester to Caernarfon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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
Popular train stations from Chester to Caernarfon
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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