What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station 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 Waterloo Station to Bedford?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Bedford is 53 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £30.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

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

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Bedford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £30 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterloo Station to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Bedford is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Waterloo Station to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Bedford?

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Waterloo Station to Bedford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo Station 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 29m
£30
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 20m
£12–29
Drive 52.7 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Bedfordcar 52.7 mi
1h 19m
£14–19
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 31m
£31
Bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
3h 33m
£14–29

Waterloo Station to Bedford by foot and train

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Bedford, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Blackfriars to Bedford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £30 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd to Bus Station via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 3h 20m.

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