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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Plymouth is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Plymouth is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Airport Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Plymouth via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Bedford to Plymouth?

The distance between Bedford and Plymouth is 278 miles. The road distance is 236.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Bedford to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Plymouth bus from?

Bedford to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Bedford to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Bedford to Plymouth bus arrive?

Bedford to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Plymouth is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Bedford to Plymouth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Plymouth?

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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 Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 42m
£128–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
9h 27m
£49–120
Drive 235.5 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Plymouthcar 235.5 mi
4h 20m
£57–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain
7h 13m
£135–229

Bedford to Plymouth by train and subway

139Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Plymouth via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Plymouth Coach Station via Airport Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 27m.

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