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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Carnforth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Carnforth via London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Bedford to Carnforth?

The distance between Bedford and Carnforth is 287 miles. The road distance is 206.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Bedford to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Bedford to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Bedford to Carnforth train arrive?

Bedford to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Carnforth is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Bedford to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Bedford to Carnforth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras IntlCorby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 23m
£99–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
6h 45m
£34–52
Drive 205.6 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Carnforth205.6 mi
3h 32m
£52–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 30m
£98–319
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationC1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
6h
£43–179
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
6h 33m
£49–161

Bedford to Carnforth by train and foot

154Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£99Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Carnforth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Lancaster in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Carnforth via Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 6h 45m.

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