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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Darlington
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
275 km
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 £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Darlington every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
Live departures
Bedford to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Darlington trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 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 £168 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.
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £168 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:56 |
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Darlington
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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