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Swansea to Bala

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2 h 36 min
186 km.
from $10
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Five ways to Travel from Swansea to Bala

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Cheapest
By car (186 km)
2 h 36 min
186 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
2 h 36 min
186 km.
from $7.08
Train, Bus
6 h 34 min
144 km.
Bus
7 h 27 min
144 km.
Train, bus via Aberystwyth, Train, bus via Aberystwyth
8 h 33 min
144 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Swansea to Carmarthen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$54.43

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Swansea to Wrexham
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.60–$151.89
Train from Swansea to Carmarthen
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$25.32

Bus operators

Lloyd's Coaches

Phone:
+44 1654 702100
Email:
Website:
lloydscoaches.com/
Bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Sgwar
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Carmarthen station to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly

Evans Coaches Tregaron

Phone:
0114 22 11 282
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Mid Wales Travel

Phone:
+44 1970 828288
Email:
Website:
midwalestravel.co.uk/
Bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bala is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Bala?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Bala. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at White Lion via Carmarthen station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Sgwar Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Swansea to Bala?

The distance between Swansea and Bala is 348 km. The road distance is 186.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Swansea to Bala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bala bus from?

Swansea to Bala bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Carmarthen station.

Where does the Swansea to Bala bus arrive?

Swansea to Bala bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

What is the time difference between Swansea and Bala?

It is currently 05:21 at both, Swansea and Bala.

Can I drive from Swansea to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Bala is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Swansea to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 577+ hotels available in Bala. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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