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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Bala is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Bala?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Bala. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Bala?

The distance between Gloucester and Bala is 161 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bala without a car is to train and bus via Birmingham which takes 6h 6m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Gloucester to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bala bus from?

Gloucester to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bala train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Bala?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bala is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Gloucester to Bala bus arrive?

Gloucester to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Bala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Bala is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Gloucester to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 634+ hotels available in Bala.

Gloucester to Bala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Bala. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Gloucester to Bala by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wrexham Generaltrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
6h 6m
£53–83
Drive 112.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Balacar 112.4 mi
2h 32m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hereford to Wrexham Generaltrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
7h 24m
£39–61
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 39m
£57–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
8h 35m

Gloucester to Bala by train and bus

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Distance: 159.9 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to White Lion via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Olde Bull's Head via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

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