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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Derby to Dolgellau?

The distance between Derby and Dolgellau is 161 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Derby to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Dolgellau train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Dolgellau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Dolgellau is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Derby to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1162+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 30m
£56–86
Drive 125.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Dolgellaucar 125.1 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Train, bus via Chester
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
5h 53m
£38–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
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
7h 44m
£42–69

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Eldon Square 1 via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 5h 30m.

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