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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via Luton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Bedford to Elstree?

The distance between Bedford and Elstree is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Elstree without a car is to train via Luton which takes 1h 3m and costs £16 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Bedford to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Elstree train from?

Bedford to Elstree train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Elstree?

The best way to get from Bedford to Elstree is to train via Luton which takes 1h 3m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 321 bus, which costs £10 - £26 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Bedford to Elstree train arrive?

Bedford to Elstree train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Elstree is 39 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Bedford to Elstree.

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

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Bedford to Elstree - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Bedford to Elstree by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Luton
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to LutonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Luton to Elstree & BorehamwoodLuton - Rainham / ...
1h 3m
£17–38
Drive 38.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Elstree38.7 mi
48 min
£10–14
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station InterchangeMk1
2. Take the train from Luton to Elstree & BorehamwoodLuton - Rainham / ...
1h 49m
£13–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bedford to Elstree38.7 mi
48 min
£80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to St Albans CityBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 6m
£14–36
Line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Beechen Grove321
2h 53m
£11–26

Bedford to Elstree by train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.3 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Elstree, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Elstree & Borehamwood via Luton in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Beechen Grove every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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