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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport station to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Newport Train Station and arriving at Y Marian Mawr via Tresillian Way and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Newport to Dolgellau?

The distance between Newport and Dolgellau is 171 miles. The road distance is 111.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Newport to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Dolgellau bus from?

Newport to Dolgellau bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Dolgellau train from?

Newport to Dolgellau train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Dolgellau?

The best way to get from Newport to Dolgellau is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h.

Where does the Newport to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Newport to Dolgellau bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Newport to Dolgellau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Dolgellau is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Newport to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 33m
£55–89
Drive 111.1 mi
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1. Drive from Newport to Dolgellaucar 111.1 mi
2h 44m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Y Marian Mawrbus Taith
6h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Y Marian Mawrbus Taith
8h

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Dolgellau, Wales?

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Ysgol Bro Idris via Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newport Train Station to Y Marian Mawr via Cardiff - North Road, Tresillian Way, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 in around 8h.

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