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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Darlington
Showing times and prices for 03 Jan
Cheapest price
£174
Average price
£174
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
275 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Darlington will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £174.
Fast trains
To travel from Bedford to Darlington you need to make at least 3 changes.
01:018h12
Bedford09:13Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
06:493h55
Bedford10:44Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
07:564h02
Bedford11:58Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
08:564h02
Bedford12:58Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
06:493h55
Bedford10:44Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
07:564h02
Bedford11:58Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
08:564h02
Bedford12:58Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
01:018h12
Bedford09:13Darlington
£1741One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Bedford to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:34
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:01 Bedford | 8h12 | 09:13 Darlington | 3 changes | |
| 06:49 Bedford | 3h55 | 10:44 Darlington | 3 changes | |
| 07:56 Bedford | 4h02 | 11:58 Darlington | 3 changes | |
| 08:56 Bedford | 4h02 | 12:58 Darlington | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Darlington
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Trains from Bedford to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 3h 42m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:56 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£175
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bedford to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Darlington 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 Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Darlington should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Head of Steam Railway Museum, South Park, and the Darlington Hippodrome, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.
The train journey from Bedford to Darlington offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches through picturesque countryside, especially as you approach Darlington. However, most of the route traverses typical English landscapes without dramatic scenery.
Booking trains from Bedford to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Bedford to Darlington is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 42m. However, there are 5 train trips per day covering a distance of 275 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Bedford to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £166, while the average price tends to be around £166.
The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Darlington is by train, costing approximately £166.
The train distance from Bedford to Darlington is 275 km.
The train station in Bedford that goes to Darlington is Bedford station (BDM), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
The train journey from Bedford to Darlington covers a distance of 275 km and takes approximately 3h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bedford to Darlington.
The first train from Bedford to Darlington leaves at 5:13.
Yes, you can take the train from Bedford to Darlington.
To get from Bedford to Darlington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Bedford to Darlington departs at 19:56.
Trains from Bedford to Darlington run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bedford to Darlington.
There is no night train service from Bedford to Darlington.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Darlington
Bedford
Darlington
The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your trip from Bedford to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your journey to Darlington from Bedford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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