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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Bedford

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36

train journeys
per day

103

miles (166 kms)

3hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Bedford is approximately 103 miles (166 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 17 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Bedford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:18
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    09:40
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:09
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:19
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:34
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:10
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Shrewsbury
    Bedford
    Shrewsbury to Bedford

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 Shrewsbury and Bedford

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury 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 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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