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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Bedford is to bus which costs £9 - £18 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Bedford is to subway and train which takes 1h and costs £27 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from 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 Paddington and Bedford?

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

How far is it from Paddington to Bedford?

The distance between Paddington and Bedford is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Bedford without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h and costs £27 - £60.

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

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Bedford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Bedford train from?

Paddington to Bedford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Paddington station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Bedford?

The best way to get from Paddington to Bedford is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Paddington to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Bedford train arrive?

Paddington to Bedford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Bedford?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

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Paddington to Bedford - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Paddington to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedfordtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
1h
£28–59
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 50 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Bedfordcar 50 mi
1h 8m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 24m
£29–60

Paddington to Bedford by bus

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

You can take a bus from Paddington Station to St Paul's Square via Airport Bus Station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Bedford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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