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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Bedford

Composite routes from Reading to Bedford

Cheapest
1 h 20 min
Car
126 km.
from $6
Other
1 h 41 min
82 km.
from $64.87
5 h 21 min
82 km.
from $23.98
4 h 17 min
82 km.
Select a ticket
2 h 20 min
82 km.
from $93.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedford
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$36.71–$75.95
Train from Farringdon to Bedford
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$37.97–$75.95

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedford
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$43.04

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Milton
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from Reading to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Bus operators

Uno

Phone:
01707 255764
Email:
unobus@herts.ac.uk
Website:
unobus.info/
Bus from The Point to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84

Carousel Buses

Phone:
01494 450151
Email:
info@carouselbuses.co.uk
Website:
carouselbuses.co.uk/services
Bus from Blagrave Street to High
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.62–$10.25

RailAir

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Website:
railair.com/
Bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford is to line 850 bus and bus which costs $15.76 - $16.41 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading (Station) and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading (Station) to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Reading (Station) and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading (Station) to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bedford via Paddington station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Bedford is 142 km. The road distance is 126.5 km.

How do I travel from Reading (Station) to Bedford without a car?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 41m and costs $33.70 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Bedford bus from?

Reading (Station) to Bedford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading (Station) to Bedford train from?

Reading (Station) to Bedford train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

Train, bus or fly from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Bedford is to train via London which takes 1h 41m and costs $33.70 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m. There are no good options to train between Reading (Station) to Bedford.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Bedford bus arrive?

Reading (Station) to Bedford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading (Station) to Bedford train arrive?

Reading (Station) to Bedford train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Bedford is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Reading (Station) to Bedford.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

Book your Reading (Station) to Bedford train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Reading (Station) to Bedford?

Book your Reading (Station) to Bedford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bedford?

There are 640+ hotels available in Bedford. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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