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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Bala Lake is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Bala Lake is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Bala Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Bala Lake. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Glanllyn Caravan Park via Bus Station, Newhall St, Chester Bus Interchange and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Exeter to Bala Lake?

The distance between Exeter and Bala Lake is 300 miles. The road distance is 211 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Bala Lake without a car is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Exeter to Bala Lake, including transfers.

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

Exeter to Bala Lake bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Bala Lake?

The best way to get from Exeter to Bala Lake is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Exeter to Bala Lake bus arrive?

Exeter to Bala Lake bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Bala Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Bala Lake is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Exeter to Bala Lake.

Where can I stay near Bala Lake?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Bala Lake.

Exeter to Bala Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Bala Lake by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 44m
£56–169
Drive 209.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Bala Lake209.8 mi
4h 27m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus StationT8
10h 30m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Glanllyn Caravan ParkT3 / ...
9h 25m
Train, bus via Aberystwyth
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
11h 31m

Exeter to Bala Lake by train and bus

48Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Bala Lake.

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Distance: 298 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Bala Lake, Wales?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Birmingham New Street, Machynlleth, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Bus Station, Newhall St, Chester Bus Interchange, and Corwen Bus Station in around 10h 30m.

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