What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Square via Coach Station, Golders Green Station and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Matlock via Cambridge, Leicester and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Bakewell is 170 miles. The road distance is 133.8 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Bakewell without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Bakewell bus from?

Saffron Walden to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Bakewell train from?

Saffron Walden to Bakewell train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Bakewell bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Bakewell train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Bakewell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Bakewell is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Saffron Walden to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Saffron Walden to Bakewell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Saffron Walden to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
6h 28m
£72–115
Drive 133.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Bakewellcar 133.1 mi
2h 47m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge South to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 10m
£63–100
Train, line 170 bus
1. Take the train from Audley End to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
7h 7m
£63–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus 564 / ...
8h 7m
£36–60

Saffron Walden to Bakewell by bus and train

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Bakewell, England?

You can take a bus from High Street to Matlock Street via Railway Station, Audley End, Cambridge, Leicester, Derby, Matlock, and Bakewell Road Bus Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Square via Coach Station, Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and New Beetwell Street in around 8h 7m.

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