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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Colne is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Colne is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Colne. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Colne Lane via Milton Keynes Coachway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Colne. However, there are services departing from Bedford St Johns and arriving at Colne via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Bedford to Colne?

The distance between Bedford and Colne is 207 miles. The road distance is 173.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Colne without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 25m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Bedford to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Colne train from?

Bedford to Colne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Milton Keynes Central station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Colne?

The best way to get from Bedford to Colne is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 25m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Bedford to Colne bus arrive?

Bedford to Colne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Croft Street Schools station.

Where does the Bedford to Colne train arrive?

Bedford to Colne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Colne is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Bedford to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

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Bedford to Colne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Colne by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain
5h 25m
£43–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Croft Street Schoolsbus 540
7h 5m
£36–92
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h
£56–92
Drive 172.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Colnecar 172.7 mi
3h 19m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
5h 38m
£97–159
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
6h 35m
£76–126

Bedford to Colne by train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Colne via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Croft Street Schools once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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