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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Chester is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Bedford to Chester?

The distance between Bedford and Chester is 148 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Bedford to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Chester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Chester train from?

Bedford to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train, bus or fly from Bedford to Chester?

The best way to get from Bedford to Chester is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £210 and takes 6h 4m, you could also train, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Bedford to Chester bus arrive?

Bedford to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Chester train arrive?

Bedford to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Chester is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bedford to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Bedford to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Bedford to Chester by bus, train, car, or plane

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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 Crewetrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 53m
£30–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coventry to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21
6h 25m
£22–45
Drive 146.8 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Chestercar 146.8 mi
2h 50m
£36–52
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
6h 4m
£70–202
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 55m
£85–159
Bus, train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain
5h 53m
£57–119
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 54m
£109–351

Bedford to Chester by bus and train

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway and Coventry in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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