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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Bedford is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Bedford is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Bedford via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Margate to Bedford?

The distance between Margate and Bedford is 141 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Margate to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Bedford bus from?

Margate to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Bedford train from?

Margate to Bedford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Bedford?

The best way to get from Margate to Bedford is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Margate to Bedford bus arrive?

Margate to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Margate to Bedford train arrive?

Margate to Bedford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Bedford is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Margate to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedfordtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
2h 18m
£73–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
6h 12m
£27–65
Drive 127.8 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Bedfordcar 127.8 mi
2h 31m
£32–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Lutontrain
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
5h 23m
£55–109

Margate to Bedford by train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Bedford via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 12m.

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