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 to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Y Marian Mawr via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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 22m.

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 22m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m 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 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 22m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h.

Where does the Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 1156+ 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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Train
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 22m
£58–88
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 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Y Marian Mawrbus 1
8h
£33–55

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Y Marian Mawr via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 in around 8h.

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