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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 155 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Bedford:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Bedford costing on average £67.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 31m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (2h 34m by train vs 2h 56m by car). Tickets start at around £67 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Bedford from Bath by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bath to Bedford is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bedford are London, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Brighton and Oxford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bedford on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Milton Keynes is a modern Buckinghamshire city known for its grid layout, green spaces and major shopping centre. It is closely linked with Bletchley Park and has a spacious, practical character shaped by post-war planning.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Bedford:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Bedford costing on average £67.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 31m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bath and Bedford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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