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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bala. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at White Lion via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bala?

The distance between Cardiff and Bala is 172 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Cardiff to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bala bus from?

Cardiff to Bala bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bala bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bala bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bala is 127 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 641+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Generaltrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
5h 10m
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Balacar 126.7 mi
3h 4m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
7h 35m

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to White Lion via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1 in around 7h 35m.

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