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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Bedford

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24

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

4hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Bedford is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Bedford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Bedford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:46
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:24
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:32
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:57
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:32
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:09
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:55
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    22:25
    Sunderland
    Bedford
    Sunderland to Bedford

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Sunderland and Bedford

The travel time between Sunderland and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland 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 Sunderland & Bedford. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Bedford.

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