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Cardiff to Bala Lake buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Cardiff and Bala Lake takes 13h 53m and the fastest bus takes 13h 24m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Cardiff to Bala Lake. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 53m
Duration
171 mi
Distance
6 times a week
Frequency

Cardiff to Bala Lake bus times

Buses run 6 times a week between Cardiff and Bala Lake. The service departs Cardiff at 5:10 PM in the evening, which arrives into Bala Lake at 06:34:00. All services require a transfer at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and take an average of 13h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches13h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches13h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches13h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches13h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches13h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Mid Wales TravelLloyd's CoachesLloyd's Coaches16h 20m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Bala Lake? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 170.6 mi
  • Duration: 13h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bala Lake, Wales?

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1 in around 8h 1m.

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