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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Bakewell is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Matlock Street via Black Boy PH, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Watford 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 to Bakewell?

The distance between Watford and Bakewell is 163 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford 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 to Bakewell?

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Bakewell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Bakewell train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Watford to Bakewell is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Watford to Bakewell bus arrive?

Watford to Bakewell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Derby Bus Station.

Where does the Watford to Bakewell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Bakewell is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Watford to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2708+ hotels available in Bakewell.

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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
£68–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 21m
£28–47
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Bakewellcar 136.9 mi
2h 32m
£34–49
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 52m
£75–275
Train, line 170 bus
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chesterfieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
4h 54m
£98–162
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street 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
£30–68

Watford to Bakewell by train and bus

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Watford, 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, you can take a bus from Clarendon Road to Matlock Street via Black Boy PH, Finchley Road Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), and Bus Station in around 7h 21m.

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