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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford

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34

train journeys
per day

101

miles (163 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford is approximately 101 miles (163 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:07
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bedford
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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 Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads 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 Bristol Temple Meads & Bedford. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Bedford.

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