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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Bala is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Bala is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Bala. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus 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 9h 39m.

How far is it from Scotland to Bala?

The distance between Scotland and Bala is 285 miles. The road distance is 273 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Bala without a car is to train and bus via Warrington which takes 7h 10m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Scotland to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Bala bus from?

Scotland to Bala bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Bala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Bala is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Scotland to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 635+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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

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Train, bus via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
7h 10m
£85–136
Drive 271.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Balacar 271.4 mi
4h 49m
£67–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
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
9h 39m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
8h 31m
£81–132

Scotland to Bala by train and bus

54Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Scotland and Bala, Wales?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Olde Bull's Head via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 9h 39m.

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