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2 h 49 min
264 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Bedford to Manchester

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Cheapest
By car (264 km)
2 h 49 min
264 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 49 min
264 km.
from $10.04
Bus, Train
3 h 46 min
190 km.
from $124.55
Train, Plane
3 h 35 min
190 km.
from $240.33
Train
4 h 14 min
190 km.
from $121.67

Transport providers

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$202.52

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Bedford to London
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$36.71–$75.95

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Bedford to London
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$43.04
Train from Kettering to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$45.57
Train from Nottingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$51.90

Bus operators

Uno

Phone:
01707 255764
Email:
Website:
unobus.info/
Bus from St Paul's Square to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Manchester is to bus which costs $32.61 - $50 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester, Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Bedford to Manchester?

The distance between Bedford and Manchester is 254 km. The road distance is 264.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 46m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Bedford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Manchester bus from?

Bedford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Manchester train from?

Bedford to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bedford to Manchester is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $32.61 - $50 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $119.57 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Bedford to Manchester bus arrive?

Bedford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Manchester train arrive?

Bedford to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Manchester is 265 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bedford to Manchester.

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

Book your Bedford to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Manchester?

Book your Bedford to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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