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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Bedford is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Town Centre and arriving at Bedford via Manchester Piccadilly, Nottingham and Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Bedford?

The distance between Rochdale and Bedford is 167 miles. The road distance is 149.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Bedford without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Rochdale to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Bedford bus from?

Rochdale to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Bedford train from?

Rochdale to Bedford train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Rochdale Town Centre station.

Where does the Rochdale to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Bedford train arrive?

Rochdale to Bedford train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Bedford is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Rochdale to Bedford.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
4h 57m
£31–72
Tram, train, bus
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central station to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
5h 14m
£54–90
Drive 148.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Bedfordcar 148.5 mi
3h 27m
£37–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
5h 24m
£101–335
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
5h 41m
£84–133

Rochdale to Bedford by bus

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

National Express operates a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Milton Keynes Coachway twice daily. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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