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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Elstree?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Elstree. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Watling Court via Airport Bus Station, Prince Charles Drive and Edgware Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via St Albans City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Bedford to Elstree?

The distance between Bedford and Elstree is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Bedford to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Elstree bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Elstree train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Elstree?

The best way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £19 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Bedford to Elstree bus arrive?

Bedford to Elstree bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Elstree train arrive?

Bedford to Elstree train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at St Albans City station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Elstree is 39 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Bedford to Elstree.

Where can I stay near Elstree?

There are 17871+ hotels available in Elstree.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to St Albans Citytrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 3m
£20–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Roadbus 757
2h 50m
£10–19
Drive 38.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Elstreecar 38.7 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Elstreetaxi 38.7 mi
48 min
£170–210
Train via Luton
1. Take the train from Bedford to Lutontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Luton to Elstree & Borehamwoodtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 12m
£21–38

Bedford to Elstree by train and bus

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Distance: 38.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to St Albans City every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Watling Court via Airport Bus Station, Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road, Prince Charles Drive, and Edgware Station in around 2h 50m.

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