What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Bala. However, there are services departing from Vale Road and arriving at Y Badell Aur via Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Bala?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Bala is 57 miles. The road distance is 44.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Bala without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala without a car is to line 2 bus and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Ellesmere Port to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Bala bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Bala bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Vale Road station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Bala bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Bala bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Chester Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Bala is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Ellesmere Port to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 642+ hotels available in Bala.

Ellesmere Port to Bala - 5 ways to travel via line 2 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 2 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vale Road to Chester Bus Interchangebus 2C / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
3h 43m
Drive 44.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Balacar 44.2 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Balataxi 44.2 mi
1h 1m
£90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
3h 46m
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
3h 54m

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Distance: 56.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Bala, Wales?

You can take a bus from Vale Road to Y Badell Aur via Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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