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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Bala is to drive and bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 2h 19m.

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 Finch Square A and arriving at White Lion via Carmarthen station, The Black Lion, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Bala?

The distance between Cardigan and Bala is 140 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 via Lampeter which takes 7h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m 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 Morris Travel, depart from Finch Square A station.

Where does the Cardigan to Bala bus arrive?

Cardigan to Bala bus services, operated by Morris Travel, arrive at Carmarthen station.

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 636+ hotels available in Bala.

Cardigan to Bala - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardigan to Bala by bus or car

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Bus via Lampeter
best
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
7h 31m
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Eldon Square 1car
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to White Lionbus T3 / ...
2h 19m
£21–30
Drive 85.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Balacar 85.4 mi
2h 4m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
7h 33m

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Finch Square A to White Lion via Carmarthen station, The Black Lion, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Eldon Square 1 in around 7h 31m.

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