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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Lincoln is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Lincoln is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Lincoln Central via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Bedford to Lincoln?

The distance between Bedford and Lincoln is 111 miles. The road distance is 89.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Bedford to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Bedford to Lincoln is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Bedford to Lincoln bus arrive?

Bedford to Lincoln bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station Car Park.

Where does the Bedford to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Lincoln is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bedford to Lincoln.

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

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

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Bedford to Lincoln - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 74 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Lincoln by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 56m
£57–88
Drive 88.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Lincolncar 88.9 mi
1h 48m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
4h 10m
£25–59
Line 74 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Bus Stationbus 74 / ...
2. Take the train from Biggleswade to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
3h 23m

Bedford to Lincoln by train

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Distance: 109.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Lincoln Central via Kettering and Nottingham in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Park twice daily. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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