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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Dolgellau is to bus which costs £6 - £8 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Dolgellau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B station and arriving at Y Marian Mawr. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Dolgellau?

The distance between Caernarfon and Dolgellau is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Dolgellau without a car is to bus which takes 1h 22m and costs £6 - £8.

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

The bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Y Marian Mawr takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Dolgellau bus from?

Caernarfon to Dolgellau bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Caernarfon to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Dolgellau bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Y Marian Mawr station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Dolgellau is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Caernarfon to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

Caernarfon to Dolgellau - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Caernarfon to Dolgellau by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Y Marian Mawrbus 1
1h 22m
£6–8
Drive 40.4 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Dolgellaucar 40.4 mi
1h
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caernarfon to Dolgellautaxi 40.4 mi
1h
£170–220

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Distance: 44 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

TaithCymru operates a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Y Marian Mawr every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 22m. Lloyd's Coaches also services this route every 4 hours.

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