Driving

The much-improved A55 expressway now offers a good road link into north Wales, from the midlands & the north-west of England.

Conwy on the A470 is a great touring base for exploring the Snowdonia National Park. Driving on Snowdon's narrow roads requires care at all times but especially in the winter when the weather conditions can be treacherous.

London to Bangor

M1 M6 then M54 for Shrewsbury, Wrexham and onto the A55 at Chester 250 miles approx 5 hours 20 mins drive

Cardiff to Bangor

A487 A470 through Aberystwyth, Porthmadog and Caernarfon to join the A55 180 miles approx 4 hours 30 mins drive

Birmingham to Bangor

M6 A55 130 miles approx 2 hours 50 mins drive

Manchester to Bangor

M56 A55 100 miles approx 2 hours drive