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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Bedford is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Bedford via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Bedford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Bedford is 126 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Portsmouth to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bedford bus from?

Portsmouth to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bedford train from?

Portsmouth to Bedford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Bedford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bedford is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Bedford is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Portsmouth to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 54m
£58–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
4h 59m
£26–60
Drive 113.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Bedfordcar 113.8 mi
2h 11m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
6h 8m
£53–106

Portsmouth to Bedford by train and subway

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bedford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 4h 59m.

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