4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Leicester
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Leicester will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bedford for Leicester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
8:300h49Bedford9:19Leicester£221One-way0 changes- 6:260h40Bedford7:06Leicester£231One-way0 changes
- 9:560h50Bedford10:46Leicester£231One-way0 changes
- 6:390h38Bedford7:17Leicester£271One-way0 changes
- 7:390h43Bedford8:22Leicester£271One-way0 changes
- 6:390h38Bedford7:17Leicester£271One-way0 changes
- 6:260h40Bedford7:06Leicester£231One-way0 changes
- 7:390h43Bedford8:22Leicester£271One-way0 changes
- 8:300h49Bedford9:19Leicester£221One-way0 changes
- 9:560h50Bedford10:46Leicester£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 72 km
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£25 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bedford to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Leicester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:39 Bedford | 0h43 | 7:22 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:39 Bedford | 0h43 | 8:22 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Bedford | 0h49 | 9:19 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:56 Bedford | 0h50 | 10:46 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:56 Bedford | 0h52 | 19:48 Leicester | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bedford to Leicester by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Leicester
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Trains from Bedford to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 38m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and Leicester from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Leicester
Most Bedford to Leicester trains use the Bedford to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Bedford 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
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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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