What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Bedford St Johns and arriving at Birmingham International via Bletchley and Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Bedford and Birmingham NEC is 74 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 7m and costs £20 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Bedford to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Birmingham NEC train from?

Bedford to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Bedford St Johns station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Bedford to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Bedford to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Bedford to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Bedford to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bletchley station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Birmingham NEC is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Bedford to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Birmingham NEC?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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Bedford to Birmingham NEC - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Birmingham NEC by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chaucer Road to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 7m
£21–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 707
3h 29m
£14–32
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford St Johns to Bletchleytrain Bedford - Bletchley
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 15m
£24–66
Bus, train via St Paul's Square
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 49m
£22–54
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Birmingham NECcar 63.7 mi
1h 24m
£16–23

Bedford to Birmingham NEC by bus, train, and foot

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Birmingham NEC via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, and Birmingham International in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £11–28 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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