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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Swanley is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Swanley is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Swanley station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Swanley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Bedford to Swanley?

The distance between Bedford and Swanley is 67 miles. The road distance is 68.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Swanley without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Bedford to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Swanley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Swanley train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Swanley?

The best way to get from Bedford to Swanley is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Bedford to Swanley bus arrive?

Bedford to Swanley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bedford to Swanley train arrive?

Bedford to Swanley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Swanley is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bedford to Swanley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

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Bedford to Swanley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London Bridgetrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Swanleytrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 16m
£35–69
Drive 68.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Swanleycar 68.5 mi
1h 48m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
3h 22m
£21–47
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from Bedford to London Blackfriarstrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Swanleytrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2h 19m
£36–71
Bus via Airport Bus Station
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
3h 44m
£22–36

Bedford to Swanley by train

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Swanley via London Bridge in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–24 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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