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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Taunton is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Taunton is to train via London which takes 3h 3m and costs £85 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Taunton. 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 3m.

How far is it from Bedford to Taunton?

The distance between Bedford and Taunton is 195 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Bedford to Taunton train from?

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

Where does the Bedford to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Taunton is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Bedford to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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

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

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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 3m
£87–178
Drive 162.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Tauntoncar 162.5 mi
3h 7m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 29m
£88–176
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 Tauntontrain
5h 28m
£94–169

Bedford to Taunton by train

177Weekly Trains

3h 29mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Taunton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 3m.

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