How to get from Croydon to Bedford by bus and train?

From Croydon to Bedford by bus and train

To get from Croydon to Bedford in Bedford, take the 312 bus from Croydon Flyover (KT) station to Cherry Orchard Rd / East Croydon Stn (E4) station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is £11.95.

140min£11.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 312312
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Bedford
Leaves from Croydon Flyover (KT)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Croydon Flyover (KT)
    ID KT
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 312312
    Wait for bus
    312
    Norwood Junction
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cherry Orchard Rd / East Croydon Stn (E4)
    ID E4
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Croydon
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    105 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bedford
    Walk to
    Bedford
    Mayes Yard
    0.63 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Croydon to Bedford by train

Take one direct train from Croydon to Bedford in Bedford: take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is £10.20.

135min£10.20
Walk to train station
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Bedford
Leaves from East Croydon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Croydon
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    105 min
  • 4
    Walk to Bedford
    Walk to
    Bedford
    Mayes Yard
    0.63 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Croydon to Bedford

The distance between Croydon, Bedford and Bedford, Bedford is approximately 64.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Croydon to Bedford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bedford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Croydon

Croydon is located at Scarbrook Road, Bedford and the nearest public transport station is Croydon Flyover (KN).

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • Croydon Flyover (KN)
  • Croydon Flyover (KP)
  • Croydon Flyover (KT)

Public transport stations close to Bedford, Bedford

Bedford is located at Mayes Yard, Bedford and the nearest public transport station is St Paul's Square, Bedford.

Bus stations close to Bedford:

  • St Paul's Square, Bedford
  • Pilgrims House, Bedford
  • River Street, Bedford

Related Routes

From Croydon to Bedford by train

Take one direct train from Croydon to Bedford in Bedford: take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is £10.20.

135min£10.20
Walk to train station
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Bedford
Leaves from East Croydon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Croydon
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    105 min
  • 4
    Walk to Bedford
    Walk to
    Bedford
    Mayes Yard
    0.63 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Bedford?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Bus line 312, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Croydon to Bedford?

    The alternative route takes 135 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Bedford?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Croydon to Bedford?

    The 312 bus line goes from Croydon Flyover (KT) station near Croydon in Croydon to Norwood Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Norwood Junction station near Bedford in Bedford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Croydon to Bedford by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Croydon in Croydon and Bedford in Bedford by bus and train is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Croydon to get to Bedford?

    Get on the 312 bus from the Croydon Flyover (KT) stop near Croydon in Croydon.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Croydon and Bedford?

    Get off the bus at the Norwood Junction station, which is closest to Bedford in Bedford.

  • When is the first train from Croydon to Bedford?

    The first train from Croydon in Croydon to Bedford in Bedford is Thameslink. It leaves the East Croydon station at 10:00.

  • How much is the bus fare from Croydon to Bedford?

    The ride from Croydon to Bedford costs £11.95.

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