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Compare bus and train for Southampton to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. 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 bus costs an average of $57, while a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train 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.
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Compare the available ways to get from Southampton to Bedford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Bedford:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Bedford costing on average $73.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 39m.
Tickets start at around $73 compared to roughly $42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$31. The journey takes 2h 30m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Southampton to Bedford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Southampton to Bedford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:45 AM 4h42 Southampton 1:27 PM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers
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8:45 AM 4h42 Southampton 1:27 PM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
8:45 AM 4h42 Southampton 1:27 PM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
4:15 AM 5h07 Southampton 9:22 AM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers10:05 AM 5h22 Southampton 3:27 PM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers7:00 AM 5h27 Southampton 12:27 PM Bedford $65 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Bedford:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Bedford costing on average $73.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 39m.
- Around 19 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Bedford as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Coach Station and arrive in Bedford, Bus Station.
- Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Bedford station (BDM).
- Travel with South Western Railway to go to Bedford by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Bedford by bus.
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