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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bedford?

The distance between Manchester and Bedford is 161 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bedford without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £75.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bedford bus from?

Manchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Bedford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bedford is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Manchester to Bedford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

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

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Train, bus
best
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 / ...
3h 32m
£50–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
4h 48m
£23–40
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
3h 47m
£72–103
Drive 138.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bedfordcar 138.6 mi
3h 19m
£35–50
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 20m
£101–292

Manchester to Bedford by train and bus

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Distance: 159.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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