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

Bedford is a must-see destination in Nova Scotia, Canada. 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, Morris East - Bedford (620 Nine Mile Dr) and East Coast Conch restaurant & Bar (771 Bedford Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Bedford

Bedford in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bedford in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bedford

Plane

When flying to Bedford, you’ll arrive at Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bedford include Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest flight to Bedford from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Bedford.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 8 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Bedford using Maritime Bus or VIA Rail Canada. From North Sydney, the bus ride to Bedford takes 330 miles and will cost you around $46. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $375 for a journey of 1356 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bedford, you’ll arrive at Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bedford include Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest flight to Bedford from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Bedford.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 8 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Bedford using Maritime Bus or VIA Rail Canada. From North Sydney, the bus ride to Bedford takes 330 miles and will cost you around $46. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $375 for a journey of 1356 miles.

Airports near Bedford

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Bedford

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bedford

Most booked hotels in Bedford

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Worthington Place
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 85 reviews)
$341+
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Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1218 reviews)
$117+
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The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1821 reviews)
$132+
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Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2127 reviews)
$144+
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Stardust Motel - Bedford
2 stars
Good (7.8, 650 reviews)
$92+
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Atlantica Hotel Halifax
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2105 reviews)
$124+
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Renting a car in Bedford

Renting a car in Bedford costs $33 per day, on average, or $65 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 109% cheaper than airport locations in Bedford.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Bedford is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bedford costs $33 per day, on average, or $65 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 109% cheaper than airport locations in Bedford.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Bedford is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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