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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Machynlleth via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Guildford to Dolgellau?

The distance between Guildford and Dolgellau is 244 miles. The road distance is 214.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Guildford to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Dolgellau train from?

Guildford to Dolgellau train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Dolgellau train arrive?

Guildford to Dolgellau train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Dolgellau is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Guildford to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
6h 29m
£156–234
Drive 212.9 mi
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1. Drive from Guildford to Dolgellaucar 212.9 mi
4h 21m
£53–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk920
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 31m
£120–172
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the taxi from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Dolgellautaxi
8h 37m
£191–253

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Distance: 242.4 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Dolgellau via Reading, Birmingham New Street, and Machynlleth in around 6h 29m.

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