What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Bedford is to bus which costs £9 - £19 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Bedford. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Bedford via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Bedford?

The distance between London Paddington and Bedford is 55 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £28 - £60.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Bedford?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from London Paddington to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Bedford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Bedford train from?

London Paddington to Bedford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Farringdon station.

Train or bus from London Paddington to Bedford?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £19 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the London Paddington to Bedford bus arrive?

London Paddington to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Paddington to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Bedford is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from London Paddington to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Bedford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 23m
£29–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Airport Bus Stationbus A2
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
3h 23m
£9–18
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Bedfordcar 49.9 mi
1h 8m
£13–18

London Paddington to Bedford by train

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Distance: 54.4 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Bedford, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Bedford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station to St Paul's Square via Airport Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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