The average bus between Harpenden and Bakewell takes 6h 56m and the fastest bus takes 5h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Harpenden to Bakewell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Harpenden and Bakewell. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Bakewell at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Luton Station Interchange and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


8h 27m • 2 changes

6h 35m • 2 changes

6h 20m • 2 changes

5h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Harpenden to Bakewell? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Matlock Street station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Harpenden to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.
Harpenden to Bakewell bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Matlock Street station.
The distance between Harpenden and Bakewell is 179.2 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Matlock Street via Luton Station Interchange and Bus Station in around 6h 31m.