What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Bala Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bala Lake is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Bala Lake?

The fastest way to get from Derby to Bala Lake is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Bala Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bala Lake. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Derby to Bala Lake?

The distance between Derby and Bala Lake is 124 miles. The road distance is 107.6 miles.

How do I travel from Derby to Bala Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Derby to Bala Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Derby to Bala Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Derby to Bala Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Bala Lake train from?

Derby to Bala Lake train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Derby to Bala Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Bala Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Bala Lake is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Derby to Bala Lake.

Where can I stay near Bala Lake?

There are 633+ hotels available in Bala Lake.

Derby to Bala Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Derby to Bala Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Glanllyn Caravan Parkbus T3 / ...
5h 9m
£39–62
Drive 107 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Bala Lakecar 107 mi
2h 14m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 23m
£66–107

Derby to Bala Lake by train and bus

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5h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Bala Lake, Wales?

You can take a train from Derby to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 23m.

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