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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Ripon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Ripon is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Ripon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Ripon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Borrage Bridge via Milton Keynes Coachway and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Ripon?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Ripon. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Harrogate via King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Bedford to Ripon?

The distance between Bedford and Ripon is 271 miles. The road distance is 169.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Ripon without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Bedford to Ripon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Ripon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Ripon train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Ripon?

The best way to get from Bedford to Ripon is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Bedford to Ripon bus arrive?

Bedford to Ripon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Ripon train arrive?

Bedford to Ripon train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Ripon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Ripon is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Bedford to Ripon.

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

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Where can I stay near Ripon?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 33m
£78–135
Drive 168.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Riponcar 168.6 mi
2h 48m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Borrage Bridgebus 36
8h 2m
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
6h 7m
£64–110
Bus via Lake
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Theatre Districtbus C1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lake to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Borrage Bridgebus 36
9h 28m

Bedford to Ripon by train and bus

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Borrage Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, York, Harrogate, and Bus Stn Stand 4 in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Borrage Bridge via Milton Keynes Coachway and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 2m.

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