What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pwllheli?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pwllheli is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Pwllheli?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Pwllheli is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Pwllheli?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Pwllheli. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Bristol to Pwllheli?

The distance between Bristol and Pwllheli is 256 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Pwllheli without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Pwllheli without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 52m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Pwllheli?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Bristol to Pwllheli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Pwllheli train from?

Bristol to Pwllheli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Pwllheli train arrive?

Bristol to Pwllheli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Pwllheli?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Pwllheli is 171 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Bristol to Pwllheli.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Pwllheli?

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Where can I stay near Pwllheli?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Pwllheli.

Bristol to Pwllheli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Pwllheli by train, bus, or car

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bangor (Gwynedd)train London Euston - Holyhead / ...
6h 52m
£88–139
Drive 169.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bristol to Pwllhelicar 169.9 mi
4h 3m
£43–61
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Drive from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Pwllhelicar
8h 27m
£50–84
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 27m
£75–133
Train via Machynlleth
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
8h 2m
£94–153

Bristol to Pwllheli by train and bus

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.6 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Pwllheli, Wales?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C via Stafford, Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C in around 6h 52m.

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