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Trains from Bedford to Reading Stations

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15

train journeys
per day

51

miles (83 kms)

2hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

07:20 / 23:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bedford to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Reading 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 Bedford to Reading Stations is approximately 51 miles (83 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 38 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Reading Stations.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 40 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bedford to Reading Stations

Journeys from Bedford to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:20
    3 hrs 25 mins2 changes
    10:45
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:20
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    11:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:20
    3 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    12:37
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:20
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    13:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:20
    3 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    14:42
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:20
    3 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    15:42
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:20
    3 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    16:40
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:00
    2 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    17:40
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:20
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    18:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:20
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    19:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:20
    3 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    20:43
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:20
    3 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    21:39
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:20
    3 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    22:38
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:50
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    23:38
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:50
    8 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    07:44
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
AddressBedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed byTL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Reading Stations

The travel time between Bedford and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Reading 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 07:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:30.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford and Reading 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 Bedford & Reading Stations. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Reading Stations.

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