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Trains from Bedford to Nelson (NEL)

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15

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

5hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

03:15 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bedford to Nelson (NEL)

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

The distance by rail from Bedford to Nelson is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Nelson.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Nelson Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    03:15
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:46
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:11
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:10
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:10
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:12
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    22:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:47
    10 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    06:25
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:43
    9 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Bedford
    Nelson
    Bedford to Nelson

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
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

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Nelson

The travel time between Bedford and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Nelson 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 03:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

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

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Nelson.

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