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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Nottingham is to bus which costs £15 - £30 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Nottingham is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Bedford to Nottingham?

The distance between Bedford and Nottingham is 77 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £55.

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

The train from Bedford to Nottingham takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Bedford to Nottingham is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Bedford to Nottingham bus arrive?

Bedford to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Nottingham is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Bedford to Nottingham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Bedford to Nottingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
1h 14m
£17–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2h 52m
£16–30
Drive 77.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Nottinghamcar 77.9 mi
1h 39m
£19–27
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Bedford to Ketteringtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
1h 40m
£18–75

Bedford to Nottingham by train

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1h 14mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.3 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Bedford to Nottingham 4 times a day. Tickets cost £17–55 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Broad Marsh Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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