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

The cheapest way to get from Bala to Welshpool is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bala to Welshpool is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Bala and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bala to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Olde Bull's Head and arriving at Church Bank via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Bala to Welshpool?

The distance between Bala and Welshpool is 76 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bala to Welshpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Bala to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bala to Welshpool bus from?

Bala to Welshpool bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Olde Bull's Head station.

Where does the Bala to Welshpool bus arrive?

Bala to Welshpool bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Can I drive from Bala to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bala to Welshpool is 33 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Bala to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 533+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Bala to Welshpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Bala to Welshpool by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Olde Bull's Head to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Bus Depotbus T2 / ...
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Welshpooltrain
3h 23m
Drive 33 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bala to Welshpoolcar 33 mi
45 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bala to Welshpooltaxi 33 mi
45 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Olde Bull's Head to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Church Bankbus X75
5h 7m
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from White Lion to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
5h 50m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bala to Welshpool.

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Olde Bull's Head to Church Bank via Eldon Square 1, Bus Depot, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 5h 7m.

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