What is the cheapest way to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend?

The cheapest way to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend?

The fastest way to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Gwynedd and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Gwynedd to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Bridgend via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Gwynedd to Bridgend?

The distance between Gwynedd and Bridgend is 211 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

How do I travel from Gwynedd to Bridgend without a car?

The best way to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £160 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gwynedd to Bridgend train from?

Gwynedd to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.

Where does the Gwynedd to Bridgend train arrive?

Gwynedd to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Gwynedd to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwynedd to Bridgend is 129 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Gwynedd to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 644+ hotels available in Bridgend.

Gwynedd to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gwynedd to Bridgend by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 4m
£166–231
Drive 128.3 mi
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1. Drive from Gwynedd to Bridgendcar 128.3 mi
3h 6m
£32–46
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Gwynedd to Dovey Junctiontaxi
2. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sarn Odeonbus 112 / ...
6h 25m
£143–176
Train via Llanbedr
1. Take the train from Llanbedr to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain
7h 28m
£171–241

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Gwynedd, Wales and Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Gwynedd to Bridgend via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 4m.

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