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Trains from Manchester Stations to Bedford

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44

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Bedford is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Bedford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:43
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:43
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Bletchley station, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6DZ
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Manchester Stations and Bedford

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Bedford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Stations & Bedford. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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