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

The cheapest way to get from Northwich to Bala is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northwich to Bala is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Northwich and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Northwich station to Bala. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Wrexham Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Northwich to Bala?

The distance between Northwich and Bala is 64 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northwich to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Northwich to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northwich to Bala bus from?

Northwich to Bala bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Railway Station.

Where does the Northwich to Bala bus arrive?

Northwich to Bala bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

Can I drive from Northwich to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Northwich to Bala is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Northwich to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 639+ hotels available in Bala.

Northwich to Bala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Greenbank to Chestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
3h 34m
Drive 56.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Northwich to Balacar 56.4 mi
1h 17m
£14–20
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
3h 37m
Line 82 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Beeston Street to Chester Bus Interchangebus 82
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
4h 14m

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Distance: 63.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Greenbank to Olde Bull's Head via Chester, Railway Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 3h 37m.

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