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Trains from Bedford to Plymouth (PLY)

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19

train journeys
per day

199

miles (321 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bedford to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Plymouth is approximately 199 miles (321 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 44 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:09
    5 hrs 2 changes
    11:09
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:18
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:48
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:18
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:48
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:26
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:18
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:09
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:13
    7 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:37
    10 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:46
    11 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:47
    Bedford
    Plymouth
    Bedford to Plymouth

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Plymouth

The travel time between Bedford and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

Amenities on trains between Bedford and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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