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

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

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 Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Police Station via Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

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 King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Newbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Bedford to New Forest?

The distance between Bedford and New Forest is 144 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 via London which takes 3h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m 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 FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

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

Bedford to New Forest train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, 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 5h 7m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Bedford to New Forest bus arrive?

Bedford to New Forest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Regent Circus Swindon station.

Where does the Bedford to New Forest train arrive?

Bedford to New Forest train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl 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 501+ hotels available in New Forest.

Bedford to New Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 10m
Drive 87.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to New Forestcar 87.8 mi
1h 52m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Regent Circus Swindonbus Uk990
5h 7m
£23–41
Train, bus
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 Police Stationbus X5
3h 37m
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
4h 22m
£57–117
Bus via Oxford
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus X5
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Osney Island to Market Placebus S6
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Fleming Waybus S6
5. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Police Stationbus X5
5h 31m

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Luton DART Parkway to Regent Circus Swindon twice daily. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bedford to Savernake Hospital via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 4h 22m.

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