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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Bedford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Beech Tree Close and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Bedford St Johns via Preston, Milton Keynes Central and Bletchley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Nelson to Bedford?

The distance between Nelson and Bedford is 205 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Nelson to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Bedford bus from?

Nelson to Bedford bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Bedford train from?

Nelson to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.

Train or bus from Nelson to Bedford?

The best way to get from Nelson to Bedford is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Nelson to Bedford bus arrive?

Nelson to Bedford bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Nelson to Bedford train arrive?

Nelson to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Bedford is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Nelson to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 27m
£45–131
Drive 174.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Bedfordcar 174.6 mi
3h 25m
£43–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central station to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
6h 26m
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
6h 36m
£118–370
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
7h 10m
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Civic Lbus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
7h 19m
£72–126
Train, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
7h 6m
£90–195

Nelson to Bedford by train

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Nelson to Bedford St Johns via Preston, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech Tree Close to Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 7h 10m.

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