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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Beckenham is to bus which costs £11 - £40 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Beckenham is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Beckenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Beckenham station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Green Line Coach Station via Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Beckenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Norwood Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Bedford to Beckenham?

The distance between Bedford and Beckenham is 62 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Beckenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

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

The train from Bedford to Norwood Junction takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Beckenham bus from?

Bedford to Beckenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from St Paul's Square station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Beckenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Beckenham?

The best way to get from Bedford to Beckenham is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Station Interchange, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Bedford to Beckenham bus arrive?

Bedford to Beckenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Bedford to Beckenham train arrive?

Bedford to Beckenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Norwood Junction station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Beckenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Beckenham is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Bedford to Beckenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Beckenham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Norwood Junctiontrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 29m
£30–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Crystal Palace Paradebus N137 / ...
3h 36m
£12–38
Bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station Interchangebus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
3h 26m
£17–26
Drive 61.5 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Beckenhamcar 61.5 mi
1h 42m
£16–22
Train via Beckenham Junction Tram Stop
1. Take the train from Bedford to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 56m
£37–48

Bedford to Beckenham by train

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Distance: 61.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to Norwood Junction hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Beckenham Junction via Luton Station Interchange, Green Line Coach Station, and London Victoria in around 3h 26m.

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