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Trains from Manchester Stations to Bedford

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34

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations to Bedford is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 6 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Bedford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Bedford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    07:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    08:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    15:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:16
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:55
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Bedford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
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 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 Manchester Stations and Bedford

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations 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 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:38.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations & Bedford. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Bedford.

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