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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Bedford is to bus which costs £9 - £22 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Bedford via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Oxford to Bedford?

The distance between Oxford and Bedford is 55 miles. The road distance is 53.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Bedford without a car is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £9 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Oxford to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Bedford bus from?

Oxford to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Bedford?

The best way to get from Oxford to Bedford is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £9 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Oxford to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oxford to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Bedford is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Oxford to Bedford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Oxford to Bedford?

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus X5
2h 12m
£10–22
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 21m
£57–113
Drive 53 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Bedfordcar 53 mi
1h 10m
£13–19
Bus via St Paul's Square
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
2h 52m
£12–22

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Distance: 54.9 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oxford to Bedford via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 21m.

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