What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Machynlleth via Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Dolgellau?

The distance between Blackpool and Dolgellau is 137 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Dolgellau without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Dolgellau train from?

Blackpool to Dolgellau train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Blackpool to Dolgellau train arrive?

Blackpool to Dolgellau train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Dolgellau is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Blackpool to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1187+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

Blackpool to Dolgellau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackpool to Dolgellau by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
6h 10m
Drive 115 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Dolgellaucar 115 mi
2h 52m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
6h 19m
£52–109

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Dolgellau, Wales?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ysgol Bro Idris via Preston, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 6h 19m.

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