1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Caernarfon
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Caernarfon will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Caernarfon on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
07:48AM2h47
Manchester10:35AMCaernarfon
€181One-way
0 transfers
10:06AM2h37
Manchester12:43PMCaernarfon
€251One-way
0 transfers
09:48AM2h55
Manchester12:43PMCaernarfon
€261One-way
0 transfers
08:48AM3h00
Manchester11:48AMCaernarfon
€261One-way
0 transfers
10:06AM2h37
Manchester12:43PMCaernarfon
€251One-way
0 transfers
07:48AM2h47
Manchester10:35AMCaernarfon
€181One-way
0 transfers
09:48AM2h55
Manchester12:43PMCaernarfon
€261One-way
0 transfers
08:48AM3h00
Manchester11:48AMCaernarfon
€261One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Manchester to Caernarfon train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 8:31 AM
Last updated at 8:31 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W09162 · W09473 | On time 8:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h21 | 11:16 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
 Y05598+W09473 | On time 9:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h10 | 11:16 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| G55468 · G55403 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h00 | 12:48 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
| G55468 · G55403 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h44 | 12:32 PM Llanfairfechan station (LLF) | 1 transfer | |
| G55468 | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h19 | 12:07 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W09186 · W09477 | On time 9:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h27 | 12:22 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| Y02318+W09477 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h16 | 12:22 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| Y02318+G55403 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h26 | 12:32 PM Llanfairfechan station (LLF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y02318+G55403 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h42 | 12:48 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
| G55473 · G56132 | On time 10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h55 | 1:43 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
| Y05518+G56132 | On time 11:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h37 | 1:43 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
| G55478 · G55409 | On time 11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h59 | 2:47 PM Llanfairpwll (LPG) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 7:48 AM Manchester | 2h47 | 10:35 AM Caernarfon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Caernarfon by train
Thu
Nov 06
Nov 06
Fri
Nov 07
Nov 07
Sat
Nov 08
Nov 08
Sun
Nov 09
Nov 09
Mon
Nov 10
Nov 10
Tue
Nov 11
Nov 11
Wed
Nov 12
Nov 12
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Caernarfon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:11 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Caernarfon trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester and Caernarfon from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
€10
Transport for Wales frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
€60
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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: Trains from Manchester to Caernarfon
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Caernarfon.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Caernarfon can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Caernarfon is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to Caernarfon is 2 h 12 min to travel the 140 km long route, with around there are 14 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Caernarfon leaves at 04: 09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Caernarfon leaves at 23: 36.
There are 14 trains a day from Manchester to Caernarfon which require at least one change with Transport for Wales or Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Caernarfon, you can count on Transport for Wales or Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Caernarfon. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Caernarfon from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 36.
A trip to Caernarfon from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Caernarfon by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Caernarfon including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Caernarfon
Manchester
Caernarfon
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Mauldeth Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 13:50 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Sanskruti
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester : From Mauldeth Road, up a ramp (87 paces, 1:20 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Manchester Airport: From Mauldeth Road, along the road leading to the DIY centre, via a slope (46 paces) or up 7steps onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Mauldeth Road
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Mauldeth Road for buses to Stockport, East Didsbury or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses from Manchester Airport will call at the stop on Mauldeth Road in front of the primary school playing fields Buses from Manchester Piccadilly will stop on Mauldeth Road opposite the station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Most popular train connections from Manchester
More options for your journey from Manchester to Caernarfon
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Caernarfon and Manchester
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
