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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to York is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to York is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to York station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and York?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to York. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at York via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Bedford to York?

The distance between Bedford and York is 239 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to York without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Bedford to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to York bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to York?

The best way to get from Bedford to York is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Bedford to York bus arrive?

Bedford to York bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Bedford to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to York is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Bedford to York.

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

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

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Where can I stay near York?

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Bedford to York - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
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 Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 40m
£76–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Stationbus 561
5h 10m
£33–84
Drive 152.4 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Yorkcar 152.4 mi
2h 49m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Sheffieldtrain Bedford - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2h 56m
£79–126

Bedford to York by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.4 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to York via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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