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

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Exeter is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Eldon Square 1 and arriving at Exeter via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Exeter?

The distance between Dolgellau and Exeter is 285 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Dolgellau to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Exeter?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Exeter is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h.

Where does the Dolgellau to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dolgellau to Exeter train arrive?

Dolgellau to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Exeter is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Dolgellau to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Exeter.

Dolgellau to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dolgellau to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 17m
£128–209
Drive 204 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolgellau to Exetercar 204 mi
4h 15m
£51–73
Bus, train
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
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 10m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 50m
£117–219
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 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
12h

Dolgellau to Exeter by bus and train

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Exeter St Davids via Bus Depot, Machynlleth, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Exeter via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon, and Bristol Bus Station in around 12h.

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