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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Salford is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Salford is to bus and train which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Salford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Salford. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Bedford to Salford?

The distance between Bedford and Salford is 152 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Salford without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Bedford to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Salford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Salford train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Salford?

The best way to get from Bedford to Salford is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £130 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Bedford to Salford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Salford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Salford is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bedford to Salford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Salford 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 London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 9m
£48–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 37m
£32–74
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Salfordcar 144.6 mi
3h 11m
£36–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 33m
£97–326
Train
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 52m
£82–129

Bedford to Salford by bus and train

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Distance: 151.4 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Salford Shopping Centre via Kettering, Nottingham, Manchester Oxford Road, and Chester Street in around 4h 52m.

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