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

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

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.

How far is it from Cardigan to Bala?

The distance between Cardigan and Bala is 90 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 and train and taxi which takes 3h 13m and costs £210 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Cardigan to Bala, including transfers.

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 634+ hotels available in Bala.

Cardigan to Bala - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Cardigan to Bala by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Park Avenuebus T1x
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the taxi from Machynlleth to Balataxi
3h 13m
£213–260
Drive 85.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cardigan to Balacar 85.4 mi
2h 4m
£22–31

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Distance: 89 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Cardigan to Bala. However, you can take the taxi to Synod Inn, take the bus to Park Avenue, walk to Aberystwyth, take the train to Machynlleth, then take the taxi to Bala. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardigan to Bala in around 2h 4m.

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