Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bedford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bedford

With a population of 12 502, Bedford is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bedford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bedford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Melting Pot - Bedford/Burlington (213 Burlington Rd) and Tashan (213 Burlington Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Bedford

Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bedford in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bedford, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Bedford

Plane

When flying to Bedford, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bedford to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 296 km from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bedford, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Bedford takes 209 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

When flying to Bedford, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 3 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bedford to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 296 km from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bedford, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Bedford takes 209 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Bedford

ORHWorcester
BOSBoston Logan Intl
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Bedford

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,841 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,277 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,413 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,425 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,472 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bedford

Most booked hotels in Bedford

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Archer Hotel Burlington
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 512 reviews)
$155+
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Boston Marriott Burlington
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 969 reviews)
$134+
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Woburn/Boston North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 388 reviews)
$120+
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Crowne Plaza Boston - Woburn By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2128 reviews)
$89+
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boston Woburn/Burlington
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 723 reviews)
$113+
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Hilton Boston/Woburn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1345 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Bedford

Renting a car in Bedford costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Bedford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bedford, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bedford costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Bedford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bedford, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

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