What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Matlock Street via Luton Station Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Matlock via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Bakewell?

The distance between Harpenden and Bakewell is 194 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Bakewell without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell without a car is to train and line 170 bus which takes 4h 21m and costs £90 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Bakewell?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Harpenden to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bakewell bus from?

Harpenden to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bakewell train from?

Harpenden to Bakewell train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bakewell is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Harpenden to Bakewell bus arrive?

Harpenden to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Bakewell train arrive?

Harpenden to Bakewell train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Kettering station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Bakewell is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Harpenden to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2717+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Harpenden to Bakewell - 4 ways to travel via train, line 170 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 170 bus
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chesterfieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
4h 21m
£91–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 230
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
6h 36m
£29–68
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Bakewellcar 126.8 mi
2h 20m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Matlocktrain
5h 7m
£69–114

Harpenden to Bakewell by train and bus

140Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Bakewell, England?

You can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Matlock Street via Luton Station Interchange and Bus Station in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Matlock Street via Luton Station Interchange, Luton, Kettering, Nottingham, Matlock, and Interchange in around 5h 7m.

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