What is the cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dolgellau and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolgellau to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Park Avenue and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via The Black Lion and Rose and Crown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Dolgellau and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Dolgellau to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

The distance between Dolgellau and Port Talbot is 136 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dolgellau to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Port Talbot bus from?

Dolgellau to Port Talbot bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Park Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Dolgellau to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £100 - £140 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Dolgellau to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Dolgellau to Port Talbot bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Dolgellau to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dolgellau to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolgellau to Port Talbot is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Dolgellau to Port Talbot.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1153+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
4h 57m
£102–139
Drive 107.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolgellau to Port Talbotcar 107.7 mi
2h 37m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 3m
£139–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 112 / ...
5h 53m
£109–135

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Map of how to get from Dolgellau to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 134.8 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Dolgellau, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Dolgellau to Port Talbot Parkway via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dolgellau to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via Dovey Junction, Aberystwyth, Park Avenue, The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, and Rose and Crown in around 5h 53m.

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