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Bedford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bedford

With a population of 6,222, Bedford is a must-see destination in Virginia, 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.

When to visit Bedford

Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$70
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bedford in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Bedford, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Bedford

Plane

Although Bedford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Roanoke (ROA), which is located 25 miles from Bedford. Greensboro/H. Point is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Boston and takes around 5h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bedford. The train journey from Bedford to Washington, D.C. takes 3h 43m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $136 for a 12h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 173 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

Although Bedford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Roanoke (ROA), which is located 25 miles from Bedford. Greensboro/H. Point is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bedford departs from Boston and takes around 5h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bedford. The train journey from Bedford to Washington, D.C. takes 3h 43m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $136 for a 12h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bedford is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 173 miles from Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Bedford

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
ROARoanoke
CHOCharlottesville Albemarle

Airlines serving Bedford

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bedford

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford and Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bedford

Most booked hotels in Bedford

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Peaks of Otter Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1 review)
$166+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford
2 stars
Good (6.8, 328 reviews)
$69+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford
2 stars
Good (6.6, 324 reviews)
$56+
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Renting a car in Bedford

Renting a car in Bedford costs $165 per day, on average, or $331 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, 60% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Bedford is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bedford costs $165 per day, on average, or $331 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, 60% more expensive than at Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Bedford is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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