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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Bedford is to bus via Central station which costs £22 - £45 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Bedford via Wakefield Westgate and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Bedford?

The distance between Pontefract and Bedford is 235 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £70 - £150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Bedford bus from?

Pontefract to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Bedford train from?

Pontefract to Bedford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Bedford?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Pontefract to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Bedford train arrive?

Pontefract to Bedford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Bedford is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Pontefract to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedfordtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 32m
£74–146
Bus via Central station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Milton Keynesbus Uk905
8h 9m
£23–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
7h 23m
£32–77
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Bedfordcar 129.9 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 54m
£67–115

Pontefract to Bedford by train

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Distance: 233.7 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Bedford via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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