What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to New Forest is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to New Forest is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Bedwyn via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Newbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Bedford to New Forest?

The distance between Bedford and New Forest is 145 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Bedford to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to New Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to New Forest train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to New Forest?

The best way to get from Bedford to New Forest is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Bedford to New Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to New Forest train arrive?

Bedford to New Forest train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to New Forest is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Bedford to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 496+ hotels available in New Forest.

Bedford to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 38m
£61–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station Interchangebus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
6h 9m
£20–35
Drive 87.8 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to New Forestcar 87.8 mi
1h 52m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
4h 47m
£58–93

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Fleming Way in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Savernake Hospital via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 4h 47m.

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