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Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Bedford Stations

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15

train journeys
per day

285

miles (459 kms)

7hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 01:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Bedford Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Ayr and Bedford Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ayr to Bedford Stations is approximately 285 miles (459 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 12 mins.

ScotRail, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Bedford Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ayr to Bedford St Johns. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 47 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ayr to Bedford Stations

Journeys from Ayr to Bedford Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:03
    7 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:35
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Ayr
    Bedford St Johns
    Ayr to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:24
    7 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:05
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:05
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:05
    8 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    00:18
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:05
    8 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    01:29
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:33
    10 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Ayr
    Bedford St Johns
    Ayr to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:20
    11 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Ayr
    Bedford
    Ayr to Bedford

About Ayr Station

Station name Ayr (AYR)
Address Ayr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bedford Stations Station

Station name Bedford Stations (10)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ayr and Bedford Stations

The travel time between Ayr and Bedford Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ayr and Bedford Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:36.

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Amenities on trains between Ayr and Bedford Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ayr & Bedford Stations. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Bedford Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ayr and Bedford Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.