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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Melksham is to bus via Luton Airport Parkway which costs £22 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Market Place via London Heathrow Airport and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Melksham via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Bedford to Melksham?

The distance between Bedford and Melksham is 155 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Bedford to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Melksham train from?

Bedford to Melksham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Melksham?

The best way to get from Bedford to Melksham is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Airport Parkway, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Bedford to Melksham bus arrive?

Bedford to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Melksham train arrive?

Bedford to Melksham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Melksham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Bedford to Melksham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Bedford to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 49m
£68–139
Bus via Luton Airport Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chippenhambus Uk043
6h 6m
£22–43
Drive 104.5 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Melkshamcar 104.5 mi
2h 14m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Market Placebus 401
6h 31m
£32–77

Bedford to Melksham by train

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Distance: 153.9 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Melksham via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Swindon in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Market Place via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, London Heathrow Airport, Chippenham, and Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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