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Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Bedford

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19

train journeys
per day

75

miles (121 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Lincoln and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lincoln to Bedford is approximately 75 miles (121 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Bedford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lincoln to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Lincoln to Bedford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:16
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    08:38
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    09:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:36
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:10
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:33
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:34
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:36
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:35
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    21:10
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:32
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    22:13
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:25
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    00:09
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:37
    9 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    06:38
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:06
    7 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    06:40
    Lincoln
    Bedford
    Lincoln to Bedford

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 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 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 Lincoln and Bedford

The travel time between Lincoln and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lincoln and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Lincoln 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 Lincoln & Bedford. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Bedford.

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