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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Paddington is to bus which costs £9 - £18 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 53 min and costs £27 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Paddington Station via Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Paddington via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Bedford to Paddington?

The distance between Bedford and Paddington is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Paddington without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 53 min and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Bedford to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Paddington?

The best way to get from Bedford to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 53 min and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £18 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Bedford to Paddington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Paddington is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Bedford to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

There are 21983+ hotels available in Paddington.

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

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
53 min
£27–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Paddington Stationbus A2
2h 56m
£9–18
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Paddingtoncar 50.2 mi
1h 9m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 19m
£28–56

Bedford to Paddington by bus

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 42 min. Thameslink also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Paddington Station via Airport Bus Station in around 2h 56m.

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