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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Bedford is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Bedford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Bedford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Croydon to Bedford?

The distance between Croydon and Bedford is 63 miles. The road distance is 63 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65.

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

The train from East Croydon to Bedford takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Bedford bus from?

Croydon to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Croydon to Bedford?

The best way to get from Croydon to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Croydon to Bedford bus arrive?

Croydon to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Croydon to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Bedford is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Croydon to Bedford.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Croydon to Bedford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 33m
£30–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus X5
3h 8m
£16–38
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Bedfordcar 62.6 mi
1h 35m
£16–22

Croydon to Bedford by train

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Distance: 62.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Bedford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from East Croydon to Bus Station via London Victoria, London Victoria, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 3h 8m.

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