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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Southampton is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Coach Station via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Southampton Central via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Bedford to Southampton?

The distance between Bedford and Southampton is 131 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Bedford to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Southampton?

The best way to get from Bedford to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Bedford to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bedford to Southampton train arrive?

Bedford to Southampton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Southampton is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Bedford to Southampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 49m
£62–94
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 Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
4h 53m
£18–31
Drive 114.5 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Southamptoncar 114.5 mi
2h 6m
£29–42
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central Stationbus
6h 48m
£23–32

Bedford to Southampton by train and subway

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Southampton Central via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Coach Station via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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