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

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Cardiff is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Eldon Square 1 and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Cardiff?

The distance between Dolgellau and Cardiff is 183 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Dolgellau to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Dolgellau to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dolgellau to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Cardiff is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Dolgellau to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£67–114
Drive 118.7 mi
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1. Drive from Dolgellau to Cardiffcar 118.7 mi
2h 51m
£29–42
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 Tresillian Waybus T1c
6h 38m
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 7bus T4
7h 29m

Dolgellau to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 182.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Cardiff Central via Bus Depot, Machynlleth, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 6h 38m.

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