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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Bedford Stations

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27

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Bedford Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Bedford Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Bedford Stations is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 35 mins.

Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Bedford Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Canterbury East to Bedford Stations

Journeys from Canterbury East to Bedford Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:02
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:19
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:33
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:39
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:11
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:14
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:45
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:19
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:47
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:47
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:47
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:47
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:47
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:57
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:47
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:13
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    18:57
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:10
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:10
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    Canterbury East
    Bedford
    Canterbury East to Bedford

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Canterbury East and Bedford Stations

The travel time between Canterbury East and Bedford Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Bedford Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury East 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 Canterbury East & Bedford Stations. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Bedford Stations.

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