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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Derby is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Derby is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Derby. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Bedford to Derby?

The distance between Bedford and Derby is 79 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Derby without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

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

The train from Bedford to Derby takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Derby train from?

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

Where does the Bedford to Derby train arrive?

Bedford to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Derby is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Bedford to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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There are 3 ways to get from Bedford to Derby by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Derbytrain Bedford - Sheffield / ...
1h 11m
£40–60
Drive 82.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Derbycar 82.4 mi
1h 41m
£20–29
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Bedford to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
1h 55m
£39–60

Bedford to Derby by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.2 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Bedford to Derby once daily. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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