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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Bala is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Bala is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Bala. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Bus Station, London Victoria, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Dover to Bala?

The distance between Dover and Bala is 306 miles. The road distance is 285.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 30m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Dover to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Bala bus from?

Dover to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Dover to Bala bus arrive?

Dover to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Dover to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Bala is 286 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Dover to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 635+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
7h 30m
£106–175
Drive 284 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Balacar 284 mi
4h 52m
£71–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
12h 53m

Dover to Bala by train, foot, and bus

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 304 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Priory Street to Olde Bull's Head via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 12h 53m.

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