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Trains from Cradley Heath (CRA) to Bedford

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23

train journeys
per day

71

miles (115 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cradley Heath (CRA) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Cradley Heath and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cradley Heath to Bedford is approximately 71 miles (115 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Cradley Heath and Bedford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cradley Heath to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Cradley Heath to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:11
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:22
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:23
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:11
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:11
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:25
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:55
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:41
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Cradley Heath
    Bedford
    Cradley Heath to Bedford

About Cradley Heath Station

Station name Cradley Heath (CRA)
Address Cradley Heath station, Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Cradley Heath and Bedford

The travel time between Cradley Heath and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cradley Heath and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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Amenities on trains between Cradley Heath 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 Cradley Heath & Bedford. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Cradley Heath and Bedford.

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