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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Bedford is to bus via Airport Bus Station which costs £28 - £40 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Swanage to Bedford?

The distance between Swanage and Bedford is 177 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Bedford without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 4h 50m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Swanage to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Bedford bus from?

Swanage to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Bedford is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Swanage to Bedford.

Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 914+ hotels available in Bedford.

Swanage to Bedford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Bedfordtrain
4h 50m
£70–139
Bus via Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 757
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
9h 31m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
6h 48m
£32–78
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Bedfordcar 159.6 mi
2h 58m
£40–58

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 48m.

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