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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Shipley is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Shipley is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Shipley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thackley Old Road via Milton Keynes Coachway and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Shipley?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Shipley via King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Bedford to Shipley?

The distance between Bedford and Shipley is 247 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Shipley without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Bedford to Shipley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Shipley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Shipley train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Shipley?

The best way to get from Bedford to Shipley is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Bedford to Shipley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Shipley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Shipley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Shipley is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Bedford to Shipley.

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

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Where can I stay near Shipley?

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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 Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 33m
£88–146
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Uk905
7h 50m
£21–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
7h 10m
£34–82
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Shipleycar 156.3 mi
2h 49m
£39–56
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
4h 44m
£71–119

Bedford to Shipley by train

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Shipley, Bradford, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Shipley via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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