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How to get fromBedford to Shanklinby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Bedford to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, Catamaran

    best
    1. Take the train from Bedford to East Croydontrain train
    2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    5h 40m
    £90–131

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to London Victoriabus bus 807 / ...
    2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Clarence Pierbus bus 030
    3. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry
    8h 54m
    £50–73

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  • Distance: 151.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Bedford to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to East Croydon, take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Youth Centre via Milton Keynes Coachway, London Victoria, Clarence Pier, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 8h 54m.

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