This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bedford

Find the cheapest fares to Bedford by splitting your tickets

16

train journeys
per day

124

miles (200 kms)

2hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 20:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bedford

Buy tickets from Chester to Bedford. Explore the list of all train routes from Chester to Bedford and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Bedford is approximately 124 miles (200 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bedford.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Bedford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:35
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:35
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:55
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:56
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:54
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:55
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    Chester
    Bedford
    Chester to Bedford

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
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 Chester and Bedford

The travel time between Chester and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:17.

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

Amenities on trains between Chester and Bedford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Chester and Bedford. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Bedford, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Bedford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bedford.

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