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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Swindon is to bus via Oxford which costs £13 - £29 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Swindon is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Regent Circus Swindon via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Swindon via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Bedford to Swindon?

The distance between Bedford and Swindon is 132 miles. The road distance is 80.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Bedford to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Swindon bus from?

Bedford to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Swindon?

The best way to get from Bedford to Swindon is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Bedford to Swindon bus arrive?

Bedford to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Regent Circus Swindon station.

Where does the Bedford to Swindon train arrive?

Bedford to Swindon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Swindon is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bedford to Swindon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 27m
£64–127
Bus via Oxford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Spring Gardensbus S6
4h 15m
£14–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Regent Circus Swindonbus Uk990
3h 44m
£22–41
Drive 80 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Swindoncar 80 mi
1h 37m
£20–29

Bedford to Swindon by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Swindon via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Luton DART Parkway to Regent Circus Swindon twice daily. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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