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

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Bristol is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Bristol is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Eldon Square 1 and arriving at Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Bristol?

The distance between Dolgellau and Bristol is 198 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Dolgellau to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Bristol bus from?

Dolgellau to Bristol bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Eldon Square 1 station.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Bristol train from?

Dolgellau to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Bristol?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Bristol is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Dolgellau to Bristol bus arrive?

Dolgellau to Bristol bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Dolgellau to Bristol train arrive?

Dolgellau to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Bristol is 133 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Dolgellau to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Bristol.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
5h 45m
£69–129
Drive 132.4 mi
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1. Drive from Dolgellau to Bristolcar 132.4 mi
3h 11m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
8h 41m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
3. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
9h 22m

Dolgellau to Bristol by bus and train

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Distance: 196.8 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Bristol Temple Meads via Bus Depot, Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 41m.

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