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Best Internet Providers in Bedford, VA

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Top 7 Internet Service Providers in Bedford, VA

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1. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
12 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 69.99/mo
100% Available

2. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

3. Shentel

47.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1.2 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 35.00/mo
47.7% Available

4. UScellular

70.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
70.7% Available

5. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

6. Seiontec Systems

96.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 95.00/mo
96.8% Available

7. Always ON

65.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
65.6% Available

Best Internet Providers in Bedford

When you're looking for the best internet in Bedford, VA, starting with fiber internet is a great idea. While coverage is limited, Verizon Fios offers fiber service in parts of Bedford, providing blazing-fast speeds of up to 2 Gbps at a starting price of $49.99 per month. Shentel also provides fiber coverage, reaching speeds of 1.2 Gbps, though availability is similarly sparse. For those living near familiar spots like the historic Bedford train station or closer to Bedford Memorial Hospital, checking for fiber availability might be worthwhile.

If fiber is not an option, cable internet serves as an excellent alternative. Shentel offers reliable cable internet in Bedford, with coverage spanning nearly half of the area. Their service, boasting speeds up to 1.2 Gbps, comes at a starting price of $70 per month and can be a good fit for households in neighborhoods like Forest Road or around Liberty Lake Park.

For those exploring wireless options, 5G home internet might be a consideration. EarthLink provides 5G service in Bedford with 6.5% coverage, offering speeds up to 100 Mbps. Alternatively, Verizon 5G Home Internet covers a smaller area but still delivers competitive speeds of up to 50 Mbps.

DSL internet remains available in parts of Bedford, with Verizon High Speed Internet offering DSL services. It covers 7.6% of the area, providing a more budget-friendly option at $40 per month, although the speed tops out at 10 Mbps. This might be suitable for lighter internet users living near areas like Peaks of Otter or even Big Island Highway.

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Average download speed in Bedford:

34 Mbps

Based on 2,884 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Bedford

  1. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Bedford
  2. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  3. Shentel - Fast download speeds in Bedford, most Fiber availability and most Cable availability
  4. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  5. Starlink - Widely available
  6. Seiontec Systems - Fixed wireless up to 50 Mbps
  7. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Bedford

  • Shentel - Fast up to 1.2 Gbps (1200 Mbps)
  • Starlink - Fast up to 220 Mbps
  • Always ON - Fast up to 150 Mbps

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Bedford By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps 2%
Shentel Cable 1.2 Gbps 48%
Verizon DSL 15 Mbps 8%
Shentel Fiber 1.2 Gbps 4%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 71%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 1%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 7%
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 97%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 66%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 97%
Shentel Cable 1.2 Gbps 48%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 71%
Shentel Fiber 1 Gbps 4%
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps 2%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Bedford

Internet service providers in Bedford use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 50%
Cable - 8%
DSL - 8%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Bedford, VA

Hotspot
122 East Main Street
Bedford, VA 24523
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600 Bedford Avenue
Bedford, VA 24523
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1128 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
Bedford, VA 24523
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107C Turnpike Road
Bedford, VA 24523
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1071 Turnpike Road
Bedford, VA 24523
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123 East Main Street
Bedford, VA 24523
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1629 Forest Road
Bedford, VA 24523
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119 East Main Street
Bedford, VA 24523
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403 Otey Street
Bedford, VA 24523
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2022 East Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike
Bedford, VA 24523

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