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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Manchester to Bedford

Composite routes from Manchester to Bedford

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
263 km.
from $14
Other
3 h 24 min
Train, Bus
190 km.
from $157.02
4 h 24 min
Plane, Train
190 km.
from $237.37
3 h 47 min
190 km.
from $121.48

Transport providers

Airlines

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
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 Manchester Piccadilly to Milton
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$202.52

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Farringdon to Bedford
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$37.97–$75.95

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$60.76
Train from Nottingham to Kettering
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$45.57

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Milton
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Bus operators

Uno

Phone:
01707 255764
Email:
Website:
unobus.info/
Bus from Central Railway Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to bus which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bedford?

The distance between Manchester and Bedford is 256 km. The road distance is 264.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bedford without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Manchester to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bedford bus from?

Manchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester, Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Bedford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bedford is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $119.57 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Manchester to Bedford bus arrive?

Manchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Manchester to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bedford is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Manchester to Bedford.

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

Book your Manchester to Bedford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Manchester to Bedford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 640+ hotels available in Bedford. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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