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BedfordBedford, Texas
Skip as a destination; use as a budget sleep base for DFW Airport or a quick park stop if you're driving through the Metroplex.
Bedford is a suburban city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, best known for its large park and as a convenient, lower-cost place to sleep near DFW Airport. It has one historic building and a good park but no major attractions that justify a dedicated trip. Most visitors use it as a transit stop or a base for exploring Fort Worth and Dallas.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid)
- Airport
- DFW
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Bedford911 ▾
- Police, Fire, Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bedford, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe suburban city; typical risks are traffic on the freeways and summer heat.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDFW Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (About 10–15 min by car; no direct rail, taxi or rideshare needed).
- Getting aroundA car is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner or chain)$2–4
- Sit-down mealSit-down restaurant dinner (per person)$15–30
- BeerBeer (domestic, bar)$4–6
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi/rideshare 5 km (3.1 mi)Taxi/rideshare 3.1 mi (5 km)$12–18
- Budget bedEntire home / apartment (via Airbnb), a night, per roomUS$100
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room (e.g. Motel 6, Super 8), a night, per roomUS$90
- High-end bedBudget hotel room (e.g. Motel 6, Super 8), a night, per roomUS$120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$140 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DFW Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (About 10–15 min by car; no direct rail, taxi or rideshare needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Feb
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
May
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jun
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Sep
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bedford: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
6 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Apr
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
May
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Aug
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Dec
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A car is essential. The city is spread out and public transit (Trinity Railway Express bus routes) is limited. Rideshare works for short trips.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 25 min
Car via I-30, about 20 min
Stockyards, museums and the Cultural District.
Door to door: About 35 min
Car via SH-121 or I-635, about 30 min
Arts District, museums and Deep Ellum.
Door to door: About 20 min
Car via SH-360, about 15 min
AT&T Stadium, Six Flags, Hurricane Harbor.
Grapevine
goDoor to door: About 15 min
Car via SH-121, about 10 min
Historic downtown, wineries and Grapevine Mills mall.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near Highway 121 / Airport Freeway
Most hotels are along this corridor; easy access to DFW and the freeway system.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–110 excl. bed
- Mid
- $110–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid-range hotel room (e.g. Courtyard by Marriott)1 × 1 night × US$149 | US$149 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$140 | US$280 |
| Taxi/rideshare DFW → Bedford (one way)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Car rental per day (economy)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × US$15 | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$330 per person per day, bed included | US$659 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner or chain) | $2–4 |
| Fast-food meal | $8–12 |
| Sit-down restaurant dinner (per person) | $15–30 |
| Beer (domestic, bar) | $4–6 |
| Taxi/rideshare 5 km | $12–18 |
| Gasoline (per gallon) | $3–4 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No direct rail to DFW Airport; you need a taxi or rideshare.
- Summer heat can exceed 38°C (100°F); plan outdoor activities for morning or evening.Summer heat can exceed 100°F (38°C); plan outdoor activities for morning or evening.
- Old Bedford School may have limited visiting hours; check the city website.
Emergency numbers
- Police, Fire, Ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- DFW Airport → Bedford hotel (taxi/rideshare): about $25–35, 10–15 min (check)
- Bedford → Fort Worth (car): about 20 min via I-30
- Bedford → Dallas (car): about 30 min via SH-121
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- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the bathroom? — Where is the bathroom?
- I need a taxi — I need a taxi
English is universal; no phrasebook needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bedford. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Generations Park and Old Bedford School with verified hours.
- Eat pages for the handful of local restaurants with last-order times.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for DFW Airport → Bedford hotel.
Sources
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