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 £30 - £55 and takes 6h 22m.

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 22m.

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 St Johns and arriving at Irlam via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Bedford to Irlam?

The distance between Bedford and Irlam is 177 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 train which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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 West Midlands Trains, depart from Bedford St Johns station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Irlam?

The best way to get from Bedford to Irlam is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 22m.

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 West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bletchley 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Irlam?

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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 train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford St Johns to Bletchleytrain Bedford - Bletchley
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 20m
£56–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 22m
£32–53
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 33m
£51–79
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Irlamcar 150.8 mi
2h 50m
£38–54
Train via Nottingham
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 34m
£73–108
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 55m
£102–314

Bedford to Irlam by train

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Distance: 176.1 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Irlam via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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