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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Kent is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Kent is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Kent. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Dickley Wood via Airport Bus Station, Prince Charles Drive, London Stonebridge and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Kent. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Bedford to Kent?

The distance between Bedford and Kent is 116 miles. The road distance is 99.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Kent without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Bedford to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Kent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Kent train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Kent?

The best way to get from Bedford to Kent is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Bedford to Kent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Kent is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Bedford to Kent.

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

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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 London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 14m
£60–113
Drive 99 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Kentcar 99 mi
2h 1m
£25–35
Bus
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
3. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
5h 57m
Train via Bexley
1. Take the train from Bedford to London Blackfriarstrain
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Swanleytrain
3. Take the train from Swanley to Lenhamtrain
3h 34m
£52–103
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 2m
£45–84

Bedford to Kent by train

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Distance: 115.5 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Dickley Wood via Airport Bus Station, Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, London Stonebridge, Maidstone, and King Street in around 5h 57m.

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