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Internet Providers in Bedford, Virginia

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Home Internet in Bedford, VA
  • Provider
    • Verizon
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Shentel
    • UScellular
    • Starlink
    • Seiontec Systems
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 7.6%
    Bedford speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 20.2%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 6.5%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 20.2%
  • Shentel
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 47.7%
  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 70.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 96.8%

Home Internet Summary in Bedford, VA

In Bedford, Virginia, Viasat delivers 100% coverage with its satellite internet. Offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps, it reaches every resident. This service starts at $199.99 per month. While it's pricier, Viasat remains the most accessible choice, providing dependable internet even in remote spots.

EarthLink and Hughesnet also serve Bedford residents. EarthLink's 5G Home Internet, though covering just 6.50% of the area, offers speeds of 100 Mbps for $39.95 per month. Its limited reach makes it less ideal for everyone, but it provides excellent value where available. Hughesnet, another satellite provider, matches Viasat's 100% coverage. It offers speeds up to 100 Mbps at a starting price of $49.99 per month, making it a more affordable choice without compromising on coverage. In Bedford, where satellite internet is universally available, both Viasat and Hughesnet present reliable options for all residents.

Best Internet Providers in Bedford, VA

Shentel is the best internet service provider in Bedford. It’s one of the few options in the entire area offering fiber-optic technology, delivering symmetrical speeds up to 1 Gbps. Its availability is limited to 65.7 percent. If you live within its coverage zone, Shentel is a great option for fast and reliable internet.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
  • UScellular
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Verizon
  • Shentel
47.74%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Bedford, Virginia

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Bedford, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Bedford, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
7.3999999999999995%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
49.69%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.01%

Internet Providers in Bedford, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Shentel $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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