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Trains from Bedford to Irlam (IRL)

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16

train journeys
per day

121

miles (195 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

00:03 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Bedford to Irlam (IRL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Irlam , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Irlam is approximately 121 miles (195 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 44 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Irlam.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Irlam. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Irlam Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:03
    8 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    07:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    15:26
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    16:27
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    18:00
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    22:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    21:56
    8 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    06:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    23:43
    10 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Bedford
    Irlam
    Bedford to Irlam

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

About Irlam Station

Station name Irlam (IRL)
Address Irlam station, Station Road, Irlam, Greater Manchester, M44 5AB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Irlam

The travel time between Bedford and Irlam by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Irlam vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford and Irlam can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford & Irlam. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Irlam.

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