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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Bala Lake is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Bala Lake is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Bala Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Bala Lake. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C and arriving at Glanllyn Caravan Park via Wrexham Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Bala Lake?

The distance between Welshpool and Bala Lake is 72 miles. The road distance is 35.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Bala Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Welshpool to Bala Lake, including transfers.

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

Welshpool to Bala Lake bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C.

Where does the Welshpool to Bala Lake bus arrive?

Welshpool to Bala Lake bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Bala Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Bala Lake is 36 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Welshpool to Bala Lake.

Where can I stay near Bala Lake?

There are 603+ hotels available in Bala Lake.

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Eldon Square 1bus T2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Glanllyn Caravan Parkbus T3 / ...
3h 11m
Drive 35.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Bala Lakecar 35.4 mi
49 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Welshpool to Bala Laketaxi 35.4 mi
49 min
£75–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T12
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Glanllyn Caravan Parkbus T3 / ...
4h 3m
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Glanllyn Caravan Parkbus T3 / ...
4h 38m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welshpool to Bala Lake.

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Distance: 71.4 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Glanllyn Caravan Park via Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 4h 3m.

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