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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Cardiff is to bus via Luton Airport Parkway which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Cardiff North Road via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Bedford to Cardiff?

The distance between Bedford and Cardiff is 200 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Bedford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Cardiff bus from?

Bedford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bedford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Airport Parkway, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Bedford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bedford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bedford to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Cardiff is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bedford to Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 40m
£93–175
Bus via Luton Airport Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 40m
£28–51
Drive 146.3 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Cardiffcar 146.3 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 44m
£79–139
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 / ...
6h 46m
£41–97

Bedford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 198.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Cardiff Central via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Cardiff North Road via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, and London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 40m.

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