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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Bedford

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36

train journeys
per day

88

miles (143 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Bedford is approximately 88 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Bedford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    07:27
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:29
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:30
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:21
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:26
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:57
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Canterbury West
    Bedford
    Canterbury West to Bedford

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

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 Canterbury West and Bedford

The travel time between Canterbury West and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West & Bedford. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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