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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Bedford

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44

train journeys
per day

64

miles (103 kms)

2hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Bedford is approximately 64 miles (103 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Bedford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Bedford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:19
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Bedford
    Birmingham New Street to Bedford

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

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 Birmingham New Street and Bedford

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street 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 Birmingham New Street & Bedford. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Bedford.

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