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

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Minehead is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Minehead is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Minehead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Y Marian Mawr and arriving at The Parade via Rose and Crown, Sophia Gardens, Castle Way and Lethbridge Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Minehead?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Minehead?

The distance between Dolgellau and Minehead is 298 miles. The road distance is 189.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Minehead without a car is to bus and train via Carmarthen which takes 10h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Dolgellau to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Minehead bus from?

Dolgellau to Minehead bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Y Marian Mawr station.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Minehead train from?

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

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Minehead?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Minehead is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Dolgellau to Minehead bus arrive?

Dolgellau to Minehead bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Where does the Dolgellau to Minehead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Minehead is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Dolgellau to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 677+ hotels available in Minehead.

Dolgellau to Minehead - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Dolgellau to Minehead by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Drive from Rhoose to Mineheadcar
8h 40m
£86–146
Drive 188.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolgellau to Mineheadcar 188.4 mi
4h 15m
£47–68
Bus, train via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from Y Marian Mawr to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
10h 38m
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
9h 9m
£92–156
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 Tauntontrain
11h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Y Marian Mawr to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County Hallbus Cp5
12h 10m

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Distance: 296.7 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Eldon Square 1 to The Parade via Bus Depot, Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Lethbridge Arms in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Y Marian Mawr to The Parade via Carmarthen station, Rose and Crown, Sophia Gardens, County Hall, Castle Way, and Lethbridge Arms in around 12h 10m.

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