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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Rossendale is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Rossendale is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Rossendale station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Bury via Kettering, Nottingham and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Bedford to Rossendale?

The distance between Bedford and Rossendale is 171 miles. The road distance is 162.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Rossendale without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Bedford to Rossendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Rossendale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Rossendale train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Bedford to Rossendale is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £130 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Bedford to Rossendale bus arrive?

Bedford to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Rossendale train arrive?

Bedford to Rossendale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Rossendale is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Bedford to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3060+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chaucer Road to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
4h 16m
£52–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 18m
£38–85
Drive 161.4 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Rossendalecar 161.4 mi
3h 34m
£41–58
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus
5h 46m
£101–325
Train
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 42m
£85–124

Bedford to Rossendale by train, tram, and bus

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Cliffe Cottage via Kettering, Nottingham, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Bury, and Bury Interchange in around 5h 42m.

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