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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Cardiff is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 8h 2m.

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 station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsway GR via Milton Keynes Coachway and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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 44m.

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 44m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m 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 National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway 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 44m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Bedford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bedford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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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Bedford to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 724 bus

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

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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 44m
£94–188
Bus, line 724 bus
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 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
8h 2m
£23–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
6h 27m
£40–97
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
£79–144

Bedford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 198.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GR via Milton Keynes Coachway, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 27m.

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