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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bala is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Bala is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £25 - £40.

How far is it from Derby to Bala?

The distance between Derby and Bala is 121 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Bala without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Derby to Bala, including transfers.

Can I drive from Derby to Bala?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Bala is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Derby to Bala.

Where can I stay near Bala?

There are 604+ hotels available in Bala.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Bala 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Olde Bull's Headbus T3 / ...
5h 11m
Drive 104.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Balacar 104.8 mi
2h 10m
£26–37
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wrexham Generaltrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Y Badell Aurbus T3 / ...
6h 17m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
5h 27m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 119.9 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Bala, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Derby to Bala. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Chester, walk to Railway Station, take the line 1 bus to Wrexham Bus Station 7, then take the bus to Olde Bull's Head. Alternatively, you can take a train from Derby to Y Badell Aur via Birmingham New Street, Wrexham General, Wrexham General Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 6h 17m.

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