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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dolgellau is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dolgellau is to drive which takes 4h and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Dolgellau?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Dolgellau. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Eldon Square 1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Dolgellau?

The distance between Basingstoke and Dolgellau is 233 miles. The road distance is 187.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dolgellau without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs £65 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Basingstoke to Dolgellau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Dolgellau bus from?

Basingstoke to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Dolgellau?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dolgellau is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs £65 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Dolgellau bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Dolgellau bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Dolgellau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Dolgellau is 188 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Basingstoke to Dolgellau.

Where can I stay near Dolgellau?

There are 1126+ hotels available in Dolgellau.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 55m
£68–241
Drive 186.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dolgellau186.4 mi
4h
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Car ParkT8
5. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
10h 22m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
11h 7m

Basingstoke to Dolgellau by train and bus

48Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.6 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Ysgol Bro Idris via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Eldon Square 1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Car Park in around 10h 22m.

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