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How to get fromDerby to Balaby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus via Wrexham

    best
    1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain train Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
    2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus bus T3 / ...
    5h 17m
    £36–54

  2. Drive  104.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Derby to Balacar car 104.7 mi
    2h 11m
    £26–38

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain train Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
    2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corwen Bus Stationbus bus T8
    5h 29m

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  • Distance: 119.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Derby to Bala. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Chester, walk to Railway Station, take the line 1 bus to Wrexham Bus Station 7, then take the bus to Olde Bull's Head. Alternatively, you can drive from Derby to Bala in around 2h 11m.

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