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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to bus and line 321 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bedford via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bedford?

The distance between Cardiff and Bedford is 200 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Cardiff to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bedford bus from?

Cardiff to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bedford train from?

Cardiff to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bedford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bedford train arrive?

Cardiff to Bedford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bedford is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 21m
£95–184
Bus, line 321 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
7h 39m
£20–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
5h 56m
£38–91
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bedfordcar 146.4 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central station to Bus Stationbus X5
4h 14m
£82–141

Cardiff to Bedford by train

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Distance: 198.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bedford via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 5h 56m.

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