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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bala is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bala. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Bala?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bala. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bala?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bala is 154 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Cheltenham to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bala bus from?

Cheltenham to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bala train from?

Cheltenham to Bala train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Bala?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bala is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bala bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bala train arrive?

Cheltenham to Bala train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bala is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cheltenham to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 635+ hotels available in Bala.

Cheltenham to Bala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham to Bala by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wrexham Generaltrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
5h 51m
£50–80
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Balacar 117.6 mi
2h 24m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
7h 5m
Train, bus via Stafford
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
6h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 22m
£59–97

Cheltenham to Bala by train and bus

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Bala, Wales?

You can take a bus from Royal Well to Olde Bull's Head via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to White Lion via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 22m.

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