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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Bedford is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Bedford St Johns via Lancaster, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central and Bletchley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Bedford?

The distance between Carnforth and Bedford is 206 miles. The road distance is 204.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Carnforth to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Bedford train from?

Carnforth to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Bedford?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bedford is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Carnforth to Bedford train arrive?

Carnforth to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Bedford is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Carnforth to Bedford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 780+ hotels available in Bedford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the train from Bletchley to Bedford St Johns
5h 7m
£53–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
6h 51m
£34–51
Drive 203.2 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Bedford203.2 mi
3h 37m
£51–73
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedford
5h 34m
£93–281
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to St Paul's SquareC1 / ...
5h 32m
£46–176
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Kettering
5h 46m
£47–172

Carnforth to Bedford by train

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Bedford St Johns via Lancaster, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Bus Station via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 51m.

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