What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Bala Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Glanllyn Caravan Park via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Bala Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Bala Lake is 136 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake.

Where can I stay near Bala Lake?

There are 639+ hotels available in Bala Lake.

Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lake by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
6h 45m
Drive 102 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bala Lakecar 102 mi
2h 34m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Generaltrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Glanllyn Caravan Parkbus T3 / ...
7h 18m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
7h 57m
£74–136

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Distance: 135.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Bala Lake, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 7h 57m.

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