What is the cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell?

The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell is to bus which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell?

The fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Melton Mowbray and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Way and arriving at Matlock Street via High Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell?

The distance between Melton Mowbray and Bakewell is 71 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

How do I travel from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell without a car?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Bakewell bus from?

Melton Mowbray to Bakewell bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from High Street station.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Bakewell bus arrive?

Melton Mowbray to Bakewell bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton Mowbray to Bakewell is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Melton Mowbray to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2674+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Melton Mowbray to Bakewell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
3h 22m
£31–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
4h 33m
£12–17
Drive 52.9 mi
1. Drive from Melton Mowbray to Bakewellcar 52.9 mi
1h 15m
£14–20
Bus via Haymarket Bus Station
1. Take the bus from College of Further Education to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
5h 30m
£12–22

Melton Mowbray to Bakewell by train and bus

118Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.8 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Melton Mowbray, England and Bakewell, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's Way to Matlock Street via Baxter Gate, High Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 33m.

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