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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Northampton is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 16m.

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 station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach Park via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

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 £11 - £30.

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 Stagecoach East, depart from Bus 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 £11 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 707 bus, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 2h.

Where does the Bedford to Northampton bus arrive?

Bedford to Northampton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway 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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There are 5 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
£11–29
Bus, line 707 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus X5
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Coach Parkbus 707
2h
£6–12
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
£55–70
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 16m
£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, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach Park via Milton Keynes Coachway in around 2h.

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