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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Park Avenue via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Dolgellau?

The distance between Bridgend and Dolgellau is 203 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Dolgellau bus from?

Bridgend to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Dolgellau train from?

Bridgend to Dolgellau train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Dolgellau?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £100 - £140 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Bridgend to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Bridgend to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Bridgend to Dolgellau train arrive?

Bridgend to Dolgellau train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Dolgellau is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Bridgend to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

Bridgend to Dolgellau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend to Dolgellau by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 29m
£132–200
Drive 120.4 mi
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1. Drive from Bridgend to Dolgellaucar 120.4 mi
2h 54m
£30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
5h 35m
£102–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
5h 50m
£109–138

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Distance: 201.8 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Dolgellau, Wales?

You can take a train from Bridgend to Dolgellau via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sarn Odeon to Dolgellau via Rose and Crown, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, The Black Lion, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, and Dovey Junction in around 5h 50m.

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