What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

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

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Square via Black Boy PH, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Matlock via Birmingham New Street and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

The distance between Watford Junction and Bakewell is 163 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Bakewell without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Bakewell bus from?

Watford Junction to Bakewell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Bakewell train from?

Watford Junction to Bakewell train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Bakewell bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Bakewell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chesterfield Coach Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Bakewell train arrive?

Watford Junction to Bakewell train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Bakewell is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Watford Junction to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2717+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Watford Junction to Bakewell - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Watford Junction to Bakewell by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
4h 26m
£69–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Chesterfield Coach Stationbus Uk003
6h 15m
£27–45
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Bakewellcar 136.1 mi
2h 30m
£34–48
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Fire Stationbus
5h 50m
£75–275
Train, line 170 bus
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
4h 29m
£71–135
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 230
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 42m
£29–68

Watford Junction to Bakewell by bus

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Bakewell, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Buxton Road via Birmingham New Street, Derby, Matlock, and Interchange in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Chesterfield Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h.

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