What is the cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Eldon Square 1 and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Dolgellau and Merthyr Tydfil is 121 miles. The road distance is 96.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Bus Depot station.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

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

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station.

Where does the Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 738+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
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
5h 50m
Drive 95.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolgellau to Merthyr Tydfilcar 95.7 mi
2h 22m
£24–34
Train
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 Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 35m
£73–132

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Dolgellau, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to Merthyr Tydfil via Bus Depot, Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 35m.

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