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

The cheapest way to get from Southwark to Bedford is to bus which costs £9 - £18 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwark to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £28 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwark station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Baker Street Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Southwark and Bedford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Bedford. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Southwark to Bedford?

The distance between Southwark and Bedford is 52 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwark to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £28 - £40.

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

The train from London Blackfriars to Bedford takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Bedford bus from?

Southwark to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Bedford train from?

Southwark to Bedford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Southwark to Bedford?

The best way to get from Southwark to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Station Interchange, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Southwark to Bedford bus arrive?

Southwark to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Southwark to Bedford train arrive?

Southwark to Bedford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Bedford station.

Can I drive from Southwark to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwark to Bedford is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Southwark to Bedford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 12m
£28–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus X5
3h 13m
£9–18
Bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the bus from Baker Street Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
3h 12m
£14–20
Drive 53.3 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Bedfordcar 53.3 mi
1h 20m
£14–20

Southwark to Bedford by train

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Thameslink operates a train from London Blackfriars to Bedford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £28–40 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Southwark station to St Paul's Square via Baker Street station, Baker Street Station, and Luton Station Interchange in around 3h 12m.

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