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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Bedford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Bedford is to train and bus which takes 2h 42m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Bedford St Johns via Crewe, Milton Keynes Central and Bletchley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Wigan to Bedford?

The distance between Wigan and Bedford is 164 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Bedford without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 42m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Wigan to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Bedford train from?

Wigan to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or fly from Wigan to Bedford?

The best way to get from Wigan to Bedford is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Wigan to Bedford train arrive?

Wigan to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Bedford is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Wigan to Bedford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

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Wigan to Bedford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wigan to Bedford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Central station to Bus Stationbus X5
2h 42m
£51–80
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Bletchley to Bedford St Johnstrain
3h 35m
£35–120
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Bedfordcar 158.5 mi
2h 58m
£40–57
Fly Manchester Airport to Luton Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
5h 41m
£78–179
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
5h 17m
£76–116
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
5h 49m
£72–207
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain
5h 17m
£105–321

Wigan to Bedford by train and bus

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

easyJet and Ryanair fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wigan North Western to Bedford St Johns via Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 3h 35m.

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