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

The cheapest way to get from Bala to Pontypridd is to bus via Newtown which costs £18 - £28 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bala to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bala and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Olde Bull's Head and arriving at Catherine Street E2 via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Bala to Pontypridd?

The distance between Bala and Pontypridd is 183 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bala to Pontypridd without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 50m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Bala to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala to Pontypridd bus from?

Bala to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Bus Depot station.

Where does the Bala to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Bala to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bala to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala to Pontypridd is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Bala to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1948+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bala to Pontypridd 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 50m
£54–88
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
8h 8m
£18–27
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Bala to Pontypriddcar 115.4 mi
2h 47m
£29–42
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
9h 17m

Bala to Pontypridd by bus, foot, and train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Olde Bull's Head to Catherine Street E2 via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Merthyr Bus Station 8 in around 8h 8m.

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