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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Northampton is to line 50 bus and bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Northampton is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Northampton station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Central station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bedford St Johns and arriving at Northampton via Bletchley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Bedford to Northampton?

The distance between Bedford and Northampton is 35 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Bedford to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Northampton bus from?

Bedford to Northampton bus services, operated by Uno, depart from St Paul's Square station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Northampton train from?

Bedford to Northampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Bedford St Johns station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Northampton?

The best way to get from Bedford to Northampton is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Bedford to Northampton bus arrive?

Bedford to Northampton bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at Central station.

Where does the Bedford to Northampton train arrive?

Bedford to Northampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bletchley station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Northampton is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Bedford to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Northampton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford St Johns to Bletchleytrain Bedford - Bletchley
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 20m
£10–27
Bus via Northampton Bus Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the bus from Central station to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X6
2h 26m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2h 9m
£8–17
Drive 21.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Northamptoncar 21.7 mi
33 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Northamptontaxi 21.7 mi
33 min
£50–65
Line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Laybybus 50 / ...
2. Take the bus from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby to Abington Parkbus X47 / ...
2h 44m
£6

Bedford to Northampton by train

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Northampton via Bletchley in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, Uno operates a bus from St Paul's Square to Central station hourly. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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