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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford

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29

train journeys
per day

124

miles (199 kms)

3hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Bedford is approximately 124 miles (199 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bedford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Bedford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:22
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:26
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:57
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Cardiff Central
    Bedford
    Cardiff Central to Bedford

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Bedford

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Bedford. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bedford.

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