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 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 7h 26m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Minehead?

The distance between Dolgellau and Minehead is 292 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 train and bus which takes 12h 2m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Dolgellau to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Minehead train from?

Dolgellau to Minehead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth 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 680+ hotels available in Minehead.

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

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There are 5 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 Barry to Mineheadcar
6h 51m
£155–227
Drive 188.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolgellau to Mineheadcar 188.4 mi
4h 15m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Welshpooltrain
2. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
12h 2m
£122–173
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 / ...
7h 26m
£168–244
Train via Shrewsbury
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 Tauntontrain
7h 53m
£158–239

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Distance: 290.1 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dolgellau to The Parade via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Millers Way in around 7h 26m.

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