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

By bus and train

To get from Bedford to Hockenden in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the THAMESLINK train from Bedford station to London Bridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 233 bus from New Eltham Stn Footscray Road (J) station to Birchwood Corner station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is £11.95.

159min£11.95
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 233233
Walk to Hockenden
Leaves from Bedford
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bedford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    78 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Gravesend
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Eltham
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    New Eltham Stn Footscray Road (J)
    ID J
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 233233
    Wait for bus
    233
    Swanley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Birchwood Corner
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hockenden
    Walk to
    Hockenden
    0.87 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train

To get from Bedford to Hockenden in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Bedford station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Swanley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is £10.20.

135min£10.20
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Hockenden
Leaves from Bedford
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bedford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Brighton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    76 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Maidstone East
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swanley
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Hockenden
    Walk to
    Hockenden
    1.54 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bedford to Hockenden
The distance between Bedford, London and Hockenden, London is approximately 67.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bedford to Hockenden by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Bedford

Bedford is located at Bedford, London and the nearest public transport station is Bedford.

Train stations close to Bedford:

  • Bedford St Johns

Bus stations close to Bedford:

  • Bedford
Public transport stations close to Hockenden, London

Hockenden is located at Hockenden, London and the nearest public transport station is Albany Park.

Train stations close to Hockenden:

  • Albany Park
Related Routes

By train

To get from Bedford to Hockenden in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Bedford station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Swanley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is £10.20.

135min£10.20
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Hockenden
Leaves from Bedford
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bedford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Brighton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    76 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Maidstone East
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swanley
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Hockenden
    Walk to
    Hockenden
    1.54 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 233.

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

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

  • Is there a direct train between Bedford and Hockenden in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bedford to Hockenden in London?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Three Bridges station near Bedford to London Bridge station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till London Bridge station near Hockenden in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Bedford to Hockenden in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bedford and Hockenden in London by train and bus is about 2 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bedford to get to Hockenden in London?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Three Bridges station near Bedford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bedford and Hockenden in London?

    Get off the train at the London Bridge stop, which is closest to Hockenden in London.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Bedford to Hockenden?

    The ride from Bedford to Hockenden costs £11.95.

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