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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bedford

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17

train journeys
per day

199

miles (321 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 05:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Bedford is approximately 199 miles (321 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bedford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Bedford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:57
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:57
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:50
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:16
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    22:56
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    5 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    01:29
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:54
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    06:38
    Plymouth
    Bedford
    Plymouth to Bedford

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth and Bedford

The travel time between Plymouth and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:04.

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Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Bedford. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bedford.

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