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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Eldon Square 1 via Country Bus Station, Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Dolgellau?

The distance between Cheltenham and Dolgellau is 165 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Cheltenham to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus from?

Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Dolgellau train from?

Cheltenham to Dolgellau train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Dolgellau?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Dolgellau is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Country Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Dolgellau train arrive?

Cheltenham to Dolgellau train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Dolgellau is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cheltenham to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 7m
£66–105
Drive 121.2 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Dolgellaucar 121.2 mi
2h 39m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Country Bus Stationbus 445
2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1bus 461 / ...
3. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
4. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
8h 41m

Cheltenham to Dolgellau by train and bus

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5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Eldon Square 1 via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Eldon Square 1 via Country Bus Station, Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 8h 41m.

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