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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bedford is to bus via London which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bedford via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bedford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bedford is 160 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Bournemouth to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bedford bus from?

Bournemouth to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bedford train from?

Bournemouth to Bedford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bedford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bedford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bedford train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bedford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bedford is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Bournemouth to Bedford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 16m
£71–155
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
7h 25m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
5h 18m
£27–66
Drive 140.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Bedfordcar 140.3 mi
2h 27m
£35–50

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Bedford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 18m.

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