Wales by train

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Journey Time: 
3 Days
Distance: 
191 miles (308 km)
Airport: 
Manchester

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/visitbritain/en)

The Welsh land and seascapes are truly spectacular, and there is no better way to experience them than by train. Wales is also renowned for its steam-hauled 'Great Little Trains', which wind endlessly through charming countryside.

Day 1: Chester - Caernarfon

Chester - Caernarfon: 68 miles (109 km)

Chester

Start your train tour of Wales at the charming English border town of Chester. With 2,000 years of history, this is one of Europe’s top heritage cities. The city boasts a complete circuit of walls, a Norman Cathedral and is also known as one of Britain’s top shopping destinations.

Must see and do:

Chester Cathedral | Cheshire Military Museum | Chester Zoo | Dewa Roman Experience

Caernarfon

From Chester, take the scenic North Wales Coast Line to Bangor; from here it’s a short bus ride to Caernarfon. This historic market town on the sea has a strong Roman influence and centres on the vast medieval fortress – Caernarfon Castle – built by Edward I during his conquest of North Wales.

Must see and do:

Caernarfon Castle | Welsh Highland Railway | Inigo Jones Slate Works | Segontium Roman Museum | Royal Welch Fusiliers

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