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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Northamptonshire is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Northamptonshire is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Northamptonshire?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Northampton Bus Interchange. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Northamptonshire?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Northamptonshire. However, there are services departing from Bedford St Johns and arriving at Northampton via Bletchley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Bedford to Northamptonshire?

The distance between Bedford and Northamptonshire is 28 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Northamptonshire without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs .

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

The bus from Bus Station to Northampton Bus Interchange takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Northamptonshire bus from?

Bedford to Northamptonshire bus services, operated by Grant Palmer, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Northamptonshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Northamptonshire?

The best way to get from Bedford to Northamptonshire is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Bedford to Northamptonshire bus arrive?

Bedford to Northamptonshire bus services, operated by Grant Palmer, arrive at Northampton Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Bedford to Northamptonshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Northamptonshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Northamptonshire is 21 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Bedford to Northamptonshire.

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

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Bedford to Northamptonshire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Northamptonshire by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Northampton Bus Interchangebus 41x
1h 15m
Drive 21 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Northamptonshirecar 21 mi
32 min
£6–8
Train
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 27m
£14–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Northamptonshiretaxi 21 mi
32 min
£55–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bedford to Wellingboroughtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
2. Take the bus from Church Street Interchange to Little Billing Waybus X47 / ...
1h 32m
£14–17

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Grant Palmer operates a bus from Bus Station to Northampton Bus Interchange every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Northampton Bus Interchange via Bletchley, Northampton, and Rail Station approach road in around 1h 27m.

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