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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Dolgellau?

The distance between Gloucester and Dolgellau is 171 miles. The road distance is 115.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Gloucester to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Dolgellau train from?

Gloucester to Dolgellau train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Dolgellau train arrive?

Gloucester to Dolgellau train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Dolgellau is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Gloucester to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

Gloucester to Dolgellau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gloucester to Dolgellau by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 38m
£128–184
Drive 114.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Dolgellaucar 114.6 mi
2h 33m
£29–42
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the taxi from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Dolgellautaxi
7h 7m
£180–236
Line 33 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Cantilupe Roadbus 33 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
6h 12m
£113–159

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Dolgellau via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 4h 38m.

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