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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Sunderland is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Bedford to Sunderland?

The distance between Bedford and Sunderland is 331 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Bedford to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Bedford to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Bedford to Sunderland bus arrive?

Bedford to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Bedford to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Sunderland is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Bedford to Sunderland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Bedford to Sunderland - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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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 Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 20m
£120–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchangebus 598 / ...
6h 25m
£43–114
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Sunderlandcar 221.9 mi
3h 48m
£55–79
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h
£85–312
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Bedford to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 30m
£130–190
Train #2
1. Take the train from Biggleswade to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 16m
£67–123
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 42m
£140–341
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 38m
£91–265

Bedford to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 328.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Sunderland via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 5h.

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