What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Bedford is 151 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford without a car is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs £28 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bedford bus from?

Greater Manchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bedford train from?

Greater Manchester to Bedford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bedford is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £130 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bedford bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Bedford is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Greater Manchester to Bedford.

Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 913+ hotels available in Bedford.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
3h 32m
£28–65
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 59m
£81–129
Drive 137.8 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Bedfordcar 137.8 mi
3h 13m
£34–49
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
4h 43m
£98–331
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Central station to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
4h 36m
£51–86

Greater Manchester to Bedford by bus

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Bedford, England?

National Express operates a bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Bedford via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Nottingham, and Kettering in around 4h 59m.

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