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

The cheapest way to get from Bala to Cardigan is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bala to Cardigan is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Bala and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Olde Bull's Head and arriving at Finch Square C via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Bala to Cardigan?

The distance between Bala and Cardigan is 100 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bala to Cardigan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Bala to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Bala to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bala to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala to Cardigan is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Bala to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 904+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Bus
best
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 Finch Square Cbus T5
5h 12m
Drive 85.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bala to Cardigancar 85.4 mi
2h 3m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Olde Bull's Head to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Bus Depotbus T2 / ...
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus T5
5h 29m

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Distance: 99.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Olde Bull's Head to Finch Square C via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 5h 12m.

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