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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Bedford is to bus via London which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Bedford via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Poole to Bedford?

The distance between Poole and Bedford is 166 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Poole to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bedford bus from?

Poole to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bedford train from?

Poole to Bedford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Bedford?

The best way to get from Poole to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Poole to Bedford bus arrive?

Poole to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Bedford train arrive?

Poole to Bedford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Bedford is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Poole to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 34m
£75–161
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
7h 50m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
5h 38m
£29–68
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Bedfordcar 143 mi
2h 38m
£35–51

Poole to Bedford by train and subway

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Bedford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to St Paul's Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 38m.

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