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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bedford is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bedford via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Reading to Bedford?

The distance between Reading and Bedford is 90 miles. The road distance is 63.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bedford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Reading to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bedford bus from?

Reading to Bedford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Bedford?

The best way to get from Reading to Bedford is to train via London which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Bedford bus arrive?

Reading to Bedford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bedford is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Reading to Bedford.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 8m
£44–110
Drive 63.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Bedfordcar 63.1 mi
1h 37m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
4h 6m
£39–63
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 21m
£54–110

Reading to Bedford by train

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Bedford via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 4h 6m.

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