What is the cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala?

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala is to line 13 bus and bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala?

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Colwyn Bay and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Colwyn Bay station to Bala. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Bala?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Bala is 88 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

How do I travel from Colwyn Bay to Bala without a car?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 45m and costs £23 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colwyn Bay to Bala bus from?

Colwyn Bay to Bala bus services, operated by Llew Jones Coaches, depart from Bangor station.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Bala bus arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Bala bus services, operated by Llew Jones Coaches, arrive at Corwen Bus Station.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Bala is 37 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Colwyn Bay to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 633+ hotels available in Bala.

Colwyn Bay to Bala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Bala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Wrexham Generaltrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
3h 45m
£24–38
Line 13 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Hotel to Glan Clwyd Hospitalbus 13
2. Take the bus from Glan Clwyd Hospital to Lenten Poolbus T51
3. Take the bus from Ruthin War Memorial to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
5h 23m
£6–10
Drive 36.4 mi
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Balacar 36.4 mi
58 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colwyn Bay to Balataxi 36.4 mi
58 min
£160–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangor station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T10
4h 27m
£14–20

Colwyn Bay to Bala by train, foot, and bus

54Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.9 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Bala, Wales?

Llew Jones Coaches operates a bus from Bangor station to Corwen Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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