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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Bedford is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central Station and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Bedford via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Southampton to Bedford?

The distance between Southampton and Bedford is 131 miles. The road distance is 114.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Southampton to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Bedford bus from?

Southampton to Bedford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Bedford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Bedford is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Airport Parkway, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Southampton to Bedford bus arrive?

Southampton to Bedford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Southampton to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Bedford is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Southampton to Bedford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 40m
£64–94
Bus via Luton Airport Parkway
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1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
4h 2m
£21–33
Drive 113.6 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Bedfordcar 113.6 mi
2h 4m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
5h 34m
£22–38

Southampton to Bedford by train and subway

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bedford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southampton Central Station to Bedford via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 4h 2m.

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