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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Essex is to bus via Cambridge which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Essex. However, there are services departing from St Peters Street and arriving at Polecat Road via Parkside, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at White Notley via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Bedford to Essex?

The distance between Bedford and Essex is 94 miles. The road distance is 61.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 35m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Bedford to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Essex bus from?

Bedford to Essex bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from St Peters Street station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Essex?

The best way to get from Bedford to Essex is to train via London which takes 2h 35m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Cambridge, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Bedford to Essex bus arrive?

Bedford to Essex bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Essex is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Bedford to Essex.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 35m
£47–96
Bus via Cambridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peters Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
4h 9m
£12–24
Drive 61.5 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Essexcar 61.5 mi
1h 16m
£15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 58m
£47–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 737
5h
£15–31

Bedford to Essex by train and subway

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.2 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to White Notley via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peters Street to Polecat Road via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 9m.

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