Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Dolgellau travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dolgellau

With a population of 2,688, Dolgellau is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dolgellau to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Dolgellau

Dolgellau in April
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dolgellau in April
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dolgellau

Plane

Although Dolgellau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 59 miles from Dolgellau. The shortest flight to Dolgellau from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dolgellau, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Dolgellau to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dolgellau is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 181 miles from Dolgellau. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dolgellau, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dolgellau takes 115 miles and will cost you around $14. From London, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 140 miles.

Plane

Although Dolgellau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 59 miles from Dolgellau. The shortest flight to Dolgellau from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dolgellau, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Dolgellau to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 10m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dolgellau is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 181 miles from Dolgellau. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dolgellau, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dolgellau takes 115 miles and will cost you around $14. From London, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 140 miles.

Airports near Dolgellau

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Dolgellau

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,528 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,459 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,582 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,404 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dolgellau

Most booked hotels in Dolgellau

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Penmaenuchaf Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 368 reviews)
$247+
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George III Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 690 reviews)
$170+
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Royal Ship
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1572 reviews)
$141+
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Dolgun Uchaf Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1329 reviews)
$130+
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Private Heated Bedrooms at The Bunkhouse in Snowdonia Perfect for Bikers and Walkers
3 stars
Good (7.7, 177 reviews)
$103+
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Renting a car in Dolgellau

Expect to pay $6.70 per gallon in Dolgellau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.40 and $107.20.

Expect to pay $6.70 per gallon in Dolgellau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.40 and $107.20.