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 £11 - £29 and takes 3h 12m.

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 £26 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwark to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Milton Keynes Coachway. 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 £26 - £55.

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 £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £29 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?

Book your Southwark to Bedford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Southwark to Bedford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 910+ hotels available in Bedford.

Southwark to Bedford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromSouthwark to Bedford

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Southwark to Bedford by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 12m
£26–55
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 12m
£12–28
Drive 53.3 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Bedfordcar 53.3 mi
1h 20m
£13–19

Southwark to Bedford by train

640Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Southwark to Bedford.

Launch map view

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 £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 3h 12m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.