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.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Bala. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

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 5h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Nottingham to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Bala bus from?

Nottingham to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Nottingham to Bala bus arrive?

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

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 626+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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There are 4 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 / ...
5h 50m
£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 2m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
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 22m

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Olde Bull's Head via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 8h 22m.

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