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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Charlton is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Charlton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Charlton Village via Milton Keynes Coachway, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and Lower Marsh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Charlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Charlton. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Bedford to Charlton?

The distance between Bedford and Charlton is 59 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Charlton without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 33m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Bedford to Charlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Charlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Charlton train from?

Bedford to Charlton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Charlton?

The best way to get from Bedford to Charlton is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 33m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Bedford to Charlton bus arrive?

Bedford to Charlton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Bedford to Charlton train arrive?

Bedford to Charlton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Charlton is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Bedford to Charlton.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlton?

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Bedford to Charlton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Charlton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Charltontrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
1h 33m
£29–58
Drive 59.7 mi
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1. Drive from Bedford to Charltoncar 59.7 mi
1h 33m
£15–21
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Charlton Villagebus 53 / ...
3h 30m
£16–31
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Charltontrain Bedford - Rainham
1h 36m
£29–60
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Bedford to London Bridgetrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 40m
£30–58
Bus, line 53 bus via Airport Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Marble Archbus 757
3. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Charlton Villagebus 53 / ...
4h 2m
£16–21

Bedford to Charlton by train

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Charlton, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Charlton via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Charlton Village via Milton Keynes Coachway, Marble Arch, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, and Lower Marsh in around 3h 30m.

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