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Trains from Bedford to Northampton

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21

train journeys
per day

19

miles (31 kms)

1hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

03:15 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bedford to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Northampton is approximately 19 miles (31 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 1 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Northampton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:15
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    06:55
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:24
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:47
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:15
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:47
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:14
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:47
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    20:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    21:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:47
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    22:25
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:47
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    23:34
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    00:07
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:04
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    02:03
    Bedford
    Northampton
    Bedford to Northampton

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 Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Northampton

The travel time between Bedford and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

Amenities on trains between Bedford and Northampton 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 & Northampton. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Northampton.

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