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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bedford

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31

train journeys
per day

113

miles (182 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Bedford is approximately 113 miles (182 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 18 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Bedford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Bedford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:07
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:35
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:17
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:35
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 2 changes
    12:50
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:17
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    3 hrs 2 changes
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 2 changes
    16:50
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:17
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 2 changes
    17:50
    Manchester Airport
    Bedford
    Manchester Airport to Bedford

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Manchester Airport and Bedford

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport & Bedford. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Bedford.

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