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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Harlow is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Harlow is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Harlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Harlow station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Temp Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Harlow Town via King's Cross St. Pancras station and Tottenham Hale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Bedford to Harlow?

The distance between Bedford and Harlow is 73 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Harlow without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Bedford to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Harlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Harlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Harlow?

The best way to get from Bedford to Harlow is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £19 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Bedford to Harlow bus arrive?

Bedford to Harlow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Temp Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Harlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Harlow is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Bedford to Harlow.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Harlow?

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Where can I stay near Harlow?

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Bedford to Harlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Harlow Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
1h 25m
£39–58
Drive 43 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Harlowcar 43 mi
1h
£11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bedford to St Albans Citytrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from St Albans City station to Temp Bus Stationbus 724
2h 59m
£18–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Harlowtaxi 43 mi
1h
£180–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Temp Bus Stationbus 737
3h 27m
£11–19

Bedford to Harlow by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 72.2 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Harlow Town via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Tottenham Hale station, and Tottenham Hale in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Temp Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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