The average bus between Runcorn and Bala takes 3h 54m and the fastest bus takes 3h 39m. The bus service runs several times per day from Runcorn to Bala. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Runcorn and Bala. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Bala at 8:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Runcorn to Bala? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Bala. However, there are services departing from Wrexham Bus Station 5 and arriving at Y Badell Aur station via Y Badell Aur station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Runcorn to Bala bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.
Runcorn to Bala bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Y Badell Aur station.
The distance between Runcorn and Bala is 75.1 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aur every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 30m.