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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Irlam is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Irlam?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lathom Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Charlotte Street and Eccles Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Irlam?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Bedford to Irlam?

The distance between Bedford and Irlam is 176 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Irlam without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Bedford to Irlam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Irlam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Irlam train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Irlam?

The best way to get from Bedford to Irlam is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Bedford to Irlam bus arrive?

Bedford to Irlam bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Irlam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Irlam?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Irlam is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bedford to Irlam.

Where can I stay near Irlam?

There are 3754+ hotels available in Irlam.

Bedford to Irlam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Irlam 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 Liverpool South Parkwaytrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 11m
£55–97
Drive 150.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Irlamcar 150.8 mi
2h 50m
£37–54
Bus, train, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Lathom Roadbus 100 / ...
4h 46m
£52–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 51m
£100–330
Train
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 36m
£82–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 40m
£37–83

Bedford to Irlam by bus and train

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Lathom Road via Kettering, Nottingham, Manchester Oxford Road, Chester Street, and Salford Central Rail Station in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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