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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Aberdare is to bus via Airport Bus Station which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 55m.

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.

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 and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 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 and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 23m.

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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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Aberdare station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberdare Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Greyfriars Road GF and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

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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
£96–164
Bus via Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
9h 55m
£34–53
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 / ...
8h 23m
£42–75
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
£74–137

Bedford to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberdare Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GF, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 8h 23m.

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