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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Bala is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Bala is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Bala. However, there are services departing from Hq and arriving at Y Badell Aur via Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Chester to Bala?

The distance between Chester and Bala is 47 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Bala without a car is to bus which takes 2h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Chester to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Bala bus from?

Chester to Bala bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, depart from Hq station.

Where does the Chester to Bala bus arrive?

Chester to Bala bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, arrive at Corwen Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Bala is 40 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Chester to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 642+ hotels available in Bala.

Chester to Bala - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Bala by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hq to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
2h 43m
Drive 39.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Balacar 39.8 mi
56 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Balataxi 39.8 mi
56 min
£100–120
Bus via Wrexham Fire Station
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
2h 54m
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
3h 11m

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Distance: 47 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Hq to Y Badell Aur via Corwen Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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