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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Bala is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Bala. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Leeds to Bala?

The distance between Leeds and Bala is 138 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Leeds to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Bala bus from?

Leeds to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Bala bus arrive?

Leeds to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Bala is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Leeds to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 636+ hotels available in Bala.

Leeds to Bala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Bala by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
5h 29m
£40–69
Drive 117.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Balacar 117.1 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
7h 45m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
6h 10m
£41–77

Leeds to Bala by train and bus

95Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Olde Bull's Head via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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