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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Aberdare is to bus and line 725 bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Aberdare via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Bedford to Aberdare?

The distance between Bedford and Aberdare is 223 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Bedford to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Aberdare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Aberdare train from?

Bedford to Aberdare train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Bedford to Aberdare is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 122 bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Bedford to Aberdare bus arrive?

Bedford to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Aberdare train arrive?

Bedford to Aberdare train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Aberdare is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Bedford to Aberdare.

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

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Bedford to Aberdare - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 122 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberdare Library via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Talbot Street and Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Aberdare by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
5h 6m
£98–158
Bus, line 725 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 725 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
4. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdaretrain
9h 53m
£31–52
Bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Talbot Street to Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A6bus 122
9h 15m
£43–70
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Aberdarecar 153.2 mi
3h 16m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 59m
£75–142

Bedford to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Aberdare, Wales?

You can take a train from Bedford to Aberdare via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberdare Library via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, Talbot Street, and Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1 in around 9h 15m.

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