What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Bedford is to bus via Central station which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Bus Station via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Bedford?

The distance between Barnsley and Bedford is 133 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Bedford?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Barnsley to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Bedford bus from?

Barnsley to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Bedford train from?

Barnsley to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Bedford?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Barnsley to Bedford bus arrive?

Barnsley to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Barnsley to Bedford train arrive?

Barnsley to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Bedford is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Barnsley to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnsley to Bedford?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
3h 16m
£60–92
Bus via Central station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange - City Centre to Milton Keynesbus Uk905
2. Take the bus from Central station to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
7h 28m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
6h 2m
£28–63
Drive 130.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Bedfordcar 130.1 mi
2h 22m
£33–47
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3h 20m
£61–96

Barnsley to Bedford by train

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Distance: 132.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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