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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Windermere via Kettering, Nottingham and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Bedford to Windermere?

The distance between Bedford and Windermere is 228 miles. The road distance is 228.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Windermere without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 29m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Bedford to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Windermere?

The best way to get from Bedford to Windermere is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £180 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Bedford to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Windermere is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Bedford to Windermere.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Windermere by bus, train, or car

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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 Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 29m
£55–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
9h 29m
£46–108
Drive 226.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Windermerecar 226.9 mi
3h 55m
£56–81
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 6m
£77–141
Train
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain
7h 22m
£108–171

Bedford to Windermere by bus and train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Windermere via Kettering, Nottingham, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 7h 22m.

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