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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Somerset is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Milton Keynes Coachway, Birmingham Coach Station and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Taunton via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Bedford to Somerset?

The distance between Bedford and Somerset is 204 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Somerset without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Bedford to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Somerset bus from?

Bedford to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Somerset?

The best way to get from Bedford to Somerset is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Bedford to Somerset bus arrive?

Bedford to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Somerset is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bedford to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 809+ hotels available in Somerset.

Bedford to Somerset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 724 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Somerset by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
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 Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 51m
£88–178
Bus, line 724 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
7h 56m
£22–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 40m
£35–78
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Somersetcar 155.9 mi
3h 2m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 20m
£88–176

Bedford to Somerset by bus and foot

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Shovel Lane via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Milton Keynes Coachway, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 6h 40m.

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