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 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Presque Isle and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bedford to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 33m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 184 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bedford, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus.

Plane

When flying to Bedford, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Presque Isle and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bedford to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 33m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 184 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bedford, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus.

Airports near Bedford

ORHWorcester
BOSBoston Logan Intl
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Bedford

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,817 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,245 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,885 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,363 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,539 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,757 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,421 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,966 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)
$153+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Burlington
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 235 reviews)
$150+
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Boston Marriott Burlington
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 969 reviews)
$98+
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Crowne Plaza Boston - Woburn By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2120 reviews)
$82+
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Woburn/Boston North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 388 reviews)
$111+
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Hilton Boston/Woburn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1345 reviews)
$117+
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Renting a car in Bedford

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. 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.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. 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.

Best car rental deals in Bedford

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Economy
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