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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Skegness is to train and bus and line 37 bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Skegness is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Skegness. However, there are services departing from St Peters Street and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via Market Square, Queensgate Bus Stn and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Skegness via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Bedford to Skegness?

The distance between Bedford and Skegness is 157 miles. The road distance is 93.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Bedford to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Skegness bus from?

Bedford to Skegness bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from Queensgate Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Skegness?

The best way to get from Bedford to Skegness is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Bedford to Skegness bus arrive?

Bedford to Skegness bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Skegness is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Bedford to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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Bedford to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
4h 43m
£78–122
Train, bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bedford to Corbytrain
2. Take the bus from (Corby) Railway Station Forecourt to Queensgate Bus Stnbus X4
3. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
6h 4m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Bus Stationbus X12
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dorothy Avenuebus B7x / ...
5h 41m
£23–42
Drive 93.3 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Skegnesscar 93.3 mi
1h 56m
£23–33

Bedford to Skegness by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Skegness via Kettering and Nottingham in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peters Street to Dorothy Avenue via Market Square, Railway Station, St Neots, Peterborough, Queensgate Bus Stn, and Bus Station in around 5h 41m.

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