Day trip from Leeds to Bedford
Bedford lies 198 km (123 mi) south of Leeds, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 198 km (123 mi) apart, Bedford is a realistic day trip from Leeds: about 3 h 14 min each way by road.
| Leeds | Bedford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 536,280 | 106,940 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | LS1–ME17 | MK40 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Bedford
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Staying in Bedford
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Common questions
How far is Bedford from Leeds?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, south of Leeds; by road roughly 242 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Leeds to Bedford by road?
About 3 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Leeds and Bedford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.