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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Harpenden is to bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Harpenden is to train which takes 35 min and costs £13 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Harpenden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Harpenden. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Bedford to Harpenden?

The distance between Bedford and Harpenden is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £13 - £18.

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

The train from Bedford to Harpenden takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Bedford to Harpenden is to train which takes 35 min and costs £13 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Bedford to Harpenden bus arrive?

Bedford to Harpenden bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Bedford to Harpenden train arrive?

Bedford to Harpenden train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Harpenden station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Harpenden is 25 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Bedford to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Harpenden.

Bedford to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Harpendentrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
35 min
£13–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station Interchangebus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Old Cock Innbus 321
1h 36m
£4–6
Drive 25 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Harpendencar 25 mi
36 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Harpendentaxi 25 mi
36 min
£110–140

Bedford to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 25.2 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to Harpenden every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Old Cock Inn via Luton Station Interchange in around 1h 36m.

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