How long does it take to get through the Mines of Moria?

LOTR: The Fellowship of the Ring: Journey through Moria is said to take 4 days, takes 30 minutes. When the Fellowship enters Moria, Gandolf can be heard explaining that it is a four day journey to the other side.

Why did Gandalf let them go through the mines?

Why did Gandalf let Frodo decide whether to go through Moria or Caradhras? : r/lotr.

What advice does Gandalf give Frodo in the Mines of Moria?

Frodo: I wish the Ring had never come to me. I wish none of this had happened. Gandalf: So do all who live to see such times; but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.

Why does the fellowship go through Moria?

Not only did the Fellowship face deep snow that was nearly impassable, Saruman was watching and caused an avalanche. They went through Moria to avoid Saruman’s magic and the snow. (Of course, Gandalf knew what was waiting for them, which was why he had tried to take the Pass of Caradhras.)

Did Gandalf really want to go through Moria?

In the books Gandalf wants to go through Moria originally and it is Aragorn who does not want to do so. The book does a great job explaining Gandalf’s thinking so I will let it do its job (emphasis mine) Gandalf snuffed the air and looked back.

What does the road that Gandalf speak of lead to?

‘The road that I speak of leads to the Mines of Moria,’ said Gandalf. … ‘The road may lead to Moria, but how can we hope that it will lead through Moria? said Aragorn darkly. ‘It is a name of ill omen, said Boromir. ‘Nor do I see the need to go there. If we cannot cross the mountains, let us journey southwards, until we come to the Gap of Rohan…

Why is Gandalf so important in The Hobbit?

Gandalf is the only character from Peter Jackson’s six movies in Middle Earth and the wizard plays a huge role in all of the films. Being the wise leader of both the dwarf company and the Fellowship, Gandalf provides great advice and counsel throughout the journeys, which leads him to provide some very quotable lines.

How did Gandalf lead the fellowship through the dwarven mines?

After Saruman made it impossible for the Fellowship to pass through Mount Caradhras, Gandalf led them underground instead, a “dark and secret way” through the long-abandoned Dwarven mines.