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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Bedford is to bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Station via Town Bridge, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Bedford via Swindon, London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Melksham to Bedford?

The distance between Melksham and Bedford is 155 miles. The road distance is 105 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Melksham to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bedford bus from?

Melksham to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bedford train from?

Melksham to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Bedford?

The best way to get from Melksham to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Melksham to Bedford bus arrive?

Melksham to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Bedford train arrive?

Melksham to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Bedford is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Melksham to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 1m
£66–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Alightingbus X34
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 55
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Market Placebus S6
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Frideswide Squarebus S6
5. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
6. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus X5
6h 35m
£19–37
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 403 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
6h 16m
£31–73
Drive 104.4 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Bedfordcar 104.4 mi
2h 14m
£26–38

Melksham to Bedford by train

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Distance: 153.9 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Bedford via Swindon, London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Bus Station Alighting, Town Bridge, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 16m.

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