What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford is to bus which costs £12 - £28 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford is to train which takes 46 min and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester (Station) and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester (Station) station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester (Station) and Bedford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Bedford. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

The distance between Leicester (Station) and Bedford is 49 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester (Station) to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £25 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

The train from Leicester to Bedford takes 46 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Bedford bus from?

Leicester (Station) to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Bedford train from?

Leicester (Station) to Bedford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford is to train which takes 46 min and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Bedford bus arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Bedford train arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Bedford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Bedford station.

Can I drive from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester (Station) to Bedford is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Leicester (Station) to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester (Station) to Bedford?

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Leicester (Station) to Bedford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester (Station) to Bedford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Bedfordtrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
46 min
£25–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus X5
2h 17m
£12–28
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester (Station) to Bedfordcar 50.2 mi
1h 4m
£13–18
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Kettering to Bedfordtrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 4m
£25–37

Leicester (Station) to Bedford by train

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Leicester (Station), Leicester, England and Bedford, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Bedford twice daily. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Leicester (Station) to Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 2h 17m.

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