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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bedford to Greater Manchester

Composite routes from Bedford to Greater Manchester

Cheapest
2 h 43 min
Car
260 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 22 min
Bus, Train
187 km.
from $124.55
4 h 45 min
188 km.
from $121.67
4 h 3 min
Train, Plane
188 km.
from $240.54

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 Kettering to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$45.57
Train from Nottingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$60.76
Train from Bedford to London
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$43.04

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 Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs $32.61 - $50 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horton Road via Milton Keynes Coachway and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Bedford to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Bedford and Greater Manchester is 259 km. The road distance is 260.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Greater Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 22m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Bedford to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Bedford to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $50 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Bedford to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bedford and Greater Manchester?

It is currently 05:26 at both, Bedford and Greater Manchester.

Can I drive from Bedford to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Greater Manchester is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Bedford to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3275+ hotels available in Greater Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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