Explore with North Wales.
Bangor Beautiful by Bus.
Bangor to... Bus Caernarfon 5C
Home to Wales’ most famous castle and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Menai 4, 4a, 58, 62
A picturesque town that’s home to the world’s first iron suspension bridge.
Beaumaris 58
A charming seaside town with Medieval, Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian buildings.
Moelfre 62
A former fishing village with a long maritime history and beautiful beaches.
Holyhead 4, 4a
The largest town on the island of Anglesey with a bustling ferry port.
Conwy Castle
A towering 13 th century fortress with spiral staircases and views of Snowdonia.
Llandudno
5/5D
5/5D
The Queen of Welsh resorts rich in Victorian history, cultural attractions and an unforgettable coastline.
Snowdonia
Use your 1bws ticket to connect with the Sherpa’r Wyddfa bus network
Bangor Pier
The second longest pier in Wales with Victorian kiosks selling food and drink.
Bangor Promenade
A scenic promenade, winding from town centre to coastal path and past the marina.
5/5D
5/5D
Penrhyn Castle 5
A Norman-style castle with impressive interiors and a walled garden. Don't miss
Bangor network
Menai Zone Saver Boundary
general Monday to Friday daytime frequency
Bangor City Zone Saver Boundary
5/5C/5D
A day on the 5 From castles to coastlines
Caernarfon
Stroll back in time by grabbing tickets for Royal Caernarfon’s mighty, medieval castle or soak up the history of the town’s narrow streets for free. Once you’ve explored, tuck into the town’s cafe culture with a full Welsh breakfast.
There’s still time to jump on the 5C from Caernarfon Bus Station to Bangor Bus Station to explore the university city, or pick up the 4 or 4A to Anglesey. Snowdonia is another option on the Sherpa Network (see pages 10 & 11) while the 5 takes you onwards to Llandudno.
Llandudno
Jump off at Victoria Centre for a treasure trove of things to do, from fascinating art and history exhibitions to Wales’ longest pier at 2,295ft. There’s an ancient copper mine dating back thousands of years, great shopping and even a chocolate museum!
Great Orme
Under 10 minutes’ walk from the pier is Great Britain’s only funicular railway. Running for 100 years, it climbs 1500m through the nature reserve. At the Great Orme summit, on a clear day, you can spot Blackpool tower, the Isle of Man and the Lake District. During the summer you can reach the summit on Arriva service 26.
Once you’re back at sea level in Llandudno you’ll find plenty of places for dinner and different cuisines. End your day with a drink at one of the traditional pubs that lines the seafront.
Llandudno Beautiful by Bus.
Llandudno to... Bus
Conwy 14, 15, 5
A well-preserved, medieval market town with a remarkable 13 th century castle.
Rhos-On-Sea 12,14,15
A seaside village offering great beaches and family fun.
Colwyn Bay 12, 13, 14, 15
A town with pretty beaches, green spaces and Wales’ oldest working theatre.
Rhyl 12
Its wide sandy beach and stunning promenade make this a popular place for strolling and smelling the sea air. The aquarium is a hit with children of all ages whatever the weather.
Prestatyn
The seaside town is famous for its beaches and water sports.
Don't miss
Llandudno Pier
13
Wales’ longest pier, stretching 700m over the sea, is a Victorian-style gem in the centre of Llandudno. A short ride away...
Great Orme 26
See the breath-taking views from the only cable-hauled tramway in Great Britain.
Conwy Castle 14, 15, 5
Just a short ride away is this famous fortress, built by King Edward I during his conquest of Wales.
A day on the 12 Relax and ride from Rhyl
Rhyl
A completely redeveloped seafront merges new with traditional for a stunning seaside experience. Dive in at SC2 indoor water park’s thrilling slides and swimming pools. Or for something a little more sedate, take the miniature railway on a delightful tour of the town. Then catch the bus from Crescent Road towards Llandudno.
Traeth Pensarn
It’s only a short ride to Pensarn where miles of golden sand and shingles, wildlife habitats and sea fishing spots await at Traeth Pensarn beach. Marvel at the panoramic views or take a dip. Once you’re dry, get back on board and continue towards Llandudno.
Colwyn Bay
As the bus weaves into Colwyn Bay, take your pick of stops. Head off at Greenfield Road to shop or find nearby cafes and bistros. Picnic at Parc Eiras, with 50 acres of greenery, where the kids can feed the ducks and play on the swings.
When you’re ready, sit back and take in the scenery all the way back to Rhyl Bus Station. Or if you’ve got more time to explore, head onto Llandudno, one of the most popular stops on this route. Check out the previous page to find out what you can get up to there.
Rhyl Beautiful by Bus.
Rhyl to... Bus Llandudno 12
The Queen of Welsh resorts rich in Victorian history, cultural attractions and an unforgettable coastline.
Prestatyn 35, 36, 11M, 11C
The seaside town is famous for its beaches and water sports.
Rhos-On-Sea
12, 14 15, 24
A delightful village offering great beaches, cosy cafes and tonnes of family fun.
Wrexham
51/X51
A new city, full of spots to eat or drink, surrounded by wild beauty and ancient wonders.
Rhyl beach
In the centre of Rhyl, find this golden sandy beach that’s the perfect spot for kids to play.
Rhyl miniature railway
Take a ride around the Marine Lake, in the centre of Rhyl, on Britain’s oldest mini railway.
Rhyl SC2
A great family day out with indoor and outdoor water activities.
Fun Land - Tir Prince
SC2 12
A short ride away on service 12, this Amusement Park also has regular Market days from February to November.
Wrexham Beautiful by Bus.
Wrexham to...
Bus
Chester 1
A cathedral city with Roman walls with the largest amphitheatre in Britain.
Llangollen 5
A beautiful town situated on the River Dee with cafes, markets, canal tours and more.
Alyn Waters Country Park 27
A large country park, set in the beautiful Alyn Valley, on a Green Flag Award site.
Don't
miss
Wrexham FC
In the centre of Wrexham is one of the oldest football clubs, now owned by two Hollywood actors.
Xplore
Science and Discovery Centre
The home of science in North Wales, Xplore! is brimming with exploration, fun and fascinating discoveries.
A short ride away...
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Thomas Telford’s incredible aqueduct, one of North Wales’ most stunning sights.
Llangollen Railway 5
A heritage railway within an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Wrexham network
Chester Beautiful by Bus.
Chester to... Bus
Broughton 4, x4, 11
Home to the busiest retail park in North Wales with shops, restaurants and an 11-screen cinema. Mold 4, x4
This beautiful market town is a treat for history buffs and foodies alike.
Wrexham 1
A new city, full of spots to eat or drink, surrounded by wild beauty and ancient wonders.
Don't miss
Chester Racecourse
Find the world’s oldest racecourse still in operation (established 1539) in the centre of Chester.
Chester City Walls
Wander around Roman walls and discover the sights, eateries and bars of central Chester.
Chester Market
A vibrant collecton of produce, goods and great independent street food awaits all under one roof.
Arriva Tickets to Ride
We have loads of ticket types to suit you. Whether you’re travelling solo or in a group, visiting North Wales for a day, a weekend or a little longer.
If you are exploring North Wales with a group of friends, the kids or even the whole family - we have tickets for everyone:
Unlimited adult day ticket
Unlimited adult 3 day bundle ticket
Calling all concessions
With a Welsh Concessionary pass, you can travel for free all the time. If you have an English or Scottish one, you can travel off-peak* for a reduced price.
Wait, when’s off-peak?
*After 9.30am Monday to Friday and all day at weekends and Bank Holidays.
Image: Conwy Castle
1 BUS TICKET 1 TOCYN BWS ROUTES O LWYBRAU
The 1bws multi-operator ticket lets you travel around North Wales easily and without worrying about what buses you can get on. Simply hop on and hop off 27 different bus operators including Traws Cymru and Sherpa’r Wyddfa bus networks across our wonderful region and discover what it has to offer.
Adult
Child
(up to 16 years old)
MyTravelPass holder
Concession
(English or Scottish concessionary pass holders)
Family
(up to 2 adults and up to 3 children)
Find out more at Denbighshire.gov.uk/1bws
ONE TICKET. ONE NETWORK. UN TOCYN. UN RHWYDWAITH.
Mae tocyn aml-gwmni 1bws yn caniatáu ichi deithio o amgylch Gogledd Cymru hawdd a heb boeni am ba fysiau y gallwch chi eu defnyddio. Gallwch deithio ar fysiau 27 o gwmnïau bws gwahano gan gynnwys rhwydweithiau Traws Cymru a Sherpa’r Wyddfa, ar draws ein rhanbarth hyfryd, a darganfod beth sydd ganddo i’w gynnig.
Oedolyn
Plentyn (hyd at 16 oed)
Deiliad fyngherdynteithio
Consesiwn (deiliaid pàs consesiynol yn Lloegr neu’r Alban)
Teulu (hyd at ddau oedolyn a hyd at 3 o blant)
Cewch wybod mwy ar Denbighshire.gov.uk/1bws
North West Wales network
