What is the cheapest way to get from Bala to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Bala to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bala to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Bala to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bala and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Olde Bull's Head and arriving at Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Bala to Cardiff?

The distance between Bala and Cardiff is 171 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bala to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Bala to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bala to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Bala to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala to Cardiff bus from?

Bala to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Bala to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bala to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Bala to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Bala to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Bala to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bala to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Y Badell Aur to Wrexham Fire Stationbus T3 / ...
2. Take the train from Wrexham General to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 13m
Drive 126.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bala to Cardiffcar 126.8 mi
3h 4m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 56m

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Olde Bull's Head to Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 56m.

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