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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Bala is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £45.

How far is it from Nottingham to Bala?

The distance between Nottingham and Bala is 136 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Bala without a car is to train and bus via Wrexham which takes 6h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Nottingham to Bala, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Bala is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Nottingham to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 636+ hotels available in Bala.

Nottingham to Bala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nottingham to Bala by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Wrexham
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
6h 1m
£43–64
Drive 119.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nottingham to Balacar 119.3 mi
2h 30m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
6h 25m

Nottingham to Bala by train and bus

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6h 1mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Nottingham to Bala. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Chester, walk to Railway Station, take the line 1 bus to Wrexham Bus Station 7, then take the bus to Olde Bull's Head. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nottingham to Olde Bull's Head via Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, and Corwen Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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