What is the cheapest way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bala Lake and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala Lake to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glanllyn Caravan Park and arriving at Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

The distance between Bala Lake and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bala Lake to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala Lake to Cardiff bus from?

Bala Lake to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Eldon Square 1 station.

Train or bus from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Bala Lake to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bala Lake to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Bala Lake to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala Lake to Cardiff is 126 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bala Lake to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1591+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Glanllyn Caravan Park to Wrexham Fire Stationbus T3 / ...
2. Take the train from Wrexham General to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 34m
Drive 124.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bala Lake to Cardiffcar 124.8 mi
3h 2m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 10m
£47–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bala Lake to Cardiff.

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Bala Lake, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Glanllyn Caravan Park to Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glanllyn Caravan Park to Cardiff Central via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot, Machynlleth, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 10m.

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