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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Bournemouth is to bus via Airport Bus Station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Bournemouth via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Bedford to Bournemouth?

The distance between Bedford and Bournemouth is 160 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Bedford to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Bedford to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Bedford to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Bournemouth train arrive?

Bedford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Bournemouth is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Bedford to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 20m
£67–158
Bus via Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
7h 34m
£24–36
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 Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 19m
£32–76
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Bournemouthcar 141 mi
2h 28m
£35–50

Bedford to Bournemouth by bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Bournemouth via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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