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Trains from Bedford to Retford

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20

train journeys
per day

83

miles (134 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

04:13 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bedford to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Retford is approximately 83 miles (134 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 35 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Retford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:13
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:10
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:10
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:11
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:11
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:10
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:12
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:26
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:09
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:10
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:10
    9 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    06:24
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:37
    7 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Bedford
    Retford
    Bedford to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Retford

The travel time between Bedford and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Bedford and Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Retford.

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