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

The cheapest way to get from Bala to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bala to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bala and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from White Lion and arriving at Promenade via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Chester Bus Interchange, Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Tpt Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bala and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Bala to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Bala to Cheltenham?

The distance between Bala and Cheltenham is 153 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bala to Cheltenham without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 23m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Bala to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala to Cheltenham bus from?

Bala to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from White Lion station.

Where do I catch the Bala to Cheltenham train from?

Bala to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.

Train or bus from Bala to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Bala to Cheltenham is to bus which takes 8h 9m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Bala to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Bala to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where does the Bala to Cheltenham train arrive?

Bala to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bala to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala to Cheltenham is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Bala to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Bala to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bala to Cheltenham 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
5h 23m
£49–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from White Lion to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Tpt Hubbus 100 / ...
8h 9m
£27–44
Drive 117.6 mi
1. Drive from Bala to Cheltenhamcar 117.6 mi
2h 24m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 11m
£59–97

Bala to Cheltenham by bus, foot, and train

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Bala, Wales and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a bus from White Lion to Promenade via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, Birmingham Coach Station, and Arle Court Tpt Hub in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Olde Bull's Head to Cheltenham Spa via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot, Machynlleth, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 11m.

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