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

The cheapest way to get from Shotton to Bala is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shotton to Bala is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Shotton and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Shotton to Bala. However, there are services departing from Ash Grove and arriving at Olde Bull's Head via Broughton Park Tesco and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Shotton to Bala?

The distance between Shotton and Bala is 48 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shotton to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Shotton to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shotton to Bala bus from?

Shotton to Bala bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, depart from Broughton Park Tesco station.

Where does the Shotton to Bala bus arrive?

Shotton to Bala bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, arrive at Corwen Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shotton to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Shotton to Bala is 37 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Shotton to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 642+ hotels available in Bala.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shotton High Level to Wrexham Centraltrain Bidston - Wrexham Central
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
2h 57m
Drive 36.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shotton to Balacar 36.5 mi
52 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shotton to Balataxi 36.5 mi
52 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broughton Park Tesco to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
3h 12m

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Shotton, Wales and Bala, Wales?

You can take a bus from Ash Grove to Olde Bull's Head via Broughton Park Tesco and Corwen Bus Station in around 3h 12m.

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