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Corby Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Corby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Corby will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Bedford to Corby, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Corby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 43 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 29m faster (28m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly £0.29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£9 vs £9). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Corby trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C41847 | On time 6:26 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h28 | 6:54 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41851 | 7:01 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h29 | 7:30 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41854 | 7:28 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h28 | 7:56 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41858 | 7:59 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h28 | 8:27 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41862 | 8:30 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h27 | 8:57 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41863 | 8:57 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h30 | 9:27 Corby station (COR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bedford to Corby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 29m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 0:56 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Discover the best of Corby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Corby trip today.
Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Kettering with changing exhibitions, local history displays and a well-kept Georgian setting.
Local history museum in Oakham Castle’s former riding school, showing objects from Rutland and the wider region near Corby.
Large country park with woodland walks, lakes, birdwatching and a heritage railway. A favourite green escape close to Corby.
Popular boating lake and parkland with waterside paths, wildlife and open space. A relaxed local favourite for outdoor time.
Attractive town-centre park with formal gardens, open lawns and play areas. Ideal for a gentle stroll or short break between sights.
A Scottish-style minced lamb or beef pie with gravy, reflecting Corby’s strong Scottish heritage from post-war steel town migration.
A potato scone cooked on a griddle, widely linked to Scottish breakfasts and common in Corby homes because of the town’s Scottish roots.
A soft white morning roll, often filled with bacon or sausage. It is a familiar Scottish bakery staple still associated with Corby’s local identity.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly casual dining in Corby.
Well-known local Italian venue serving pizza, pasta and hearty mains in an informal family-friendly atmosphere.
Popular pub restaurant serving grills, British mains and drinks in a relaxed, modern setting close to the town centre.
Corby is Moderate for UK travel. Chain hotels and casual dining are fairly priced, but rail fares and pub meals can add up versus cheaper regional towns.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Corby Railway Station -> Corby Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Corby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Corby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bedford to Corby trains use the Bedford to Corby station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Corby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Corby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Corby.
Ticket office support is available at Corby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Corby: Parking, WC.
Available at Corby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Corby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A - this station has step-free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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