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Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Bedford

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26

train journeys
per day

193

miles (311 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

00:28 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Chester-Le-Street and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester-Le-Street to Bedford is approximately 193 miles (311 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 16 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Bedford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester-Le-Street to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Chester-Le-Street to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:28
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    09:30
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:44
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:08
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    20:23
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:02
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:08
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:55
    Chester-Le-Street
    Bedford
    Chester-Le-Street to Bedford

About Chester-Le-Street Station

Station name Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
Address Chester-le-Street station, Station Road, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3EE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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 Chester-Le-Street and Bedford

The travel time between Chester-Le-Street and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester-Le-Street and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester-Le-Street & Bedford. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Bedford.

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