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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Bedford

Composite routes from Cardiff to Bedford

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
254 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 55 min
200 km.
from $235.72
5 h 49 min
200 km.
from $91.46
4 h 53 min
Train, Bus
198 km.
from $246.29
6 h 6 min
Bus, Train
200 km.
from $83.30

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Uno

Phone:
01707 255764
Email:
unobus@herts.ac.uk
Website:
unobus.info/
Bus from Central Railway Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Milton
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$126.58

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 Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
Bus from London Victoria to Milton
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
contact.wmr@wmtrains.co.uk
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Milton
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to drive which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bedford via Paddington station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bedford?

The distance between Cardiff and Bedford is 317 km. The road distance is 252.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cardiff to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bedford bus from?

Cardiff to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bedford train from?

Cardiff to Bedford train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Bedford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bedford is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 5h 49m. There are no good options to fly between Cardiff to Bedford.

Where does the Cardiff to Bedford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bedford train arrive?

Cardiff to Bedford train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bedford is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Bedford.

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

Book your Cardiff to Bedford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff 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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