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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Bala is to bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Bala. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at White Lion via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Bala?

The distance between Cardigan and Bala is 99 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Bala without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Cardigan to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Bala bus from?

Cardigan to Bala bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Ship Inn station.

Where does the Cardigan to Bala bus arrive?

Cardigan to Bala bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Bala is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Cardigan to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 635+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
5h 32m
£11–17
Drive 85.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Balacar 85.4 mi
2h 4m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Eldon Square 1bus T2 / ...
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to White Lionbus T3 / ...
5h 48m
£16–25

Cardigan to Bala by bus

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Distance: 98.9 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Ship Inn to White Lion via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 32m.

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