4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£169
Average price
£169
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Plymouth will cost around £169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £169.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Plymouth 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 322 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bedford to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£82 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bedford to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Plymouth trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 21:48 Bedford | 7h49 | 05:37 Plymouth | 2 changes | |
| 22:43 Bedford | 10h58 | 09:41 Plymouth | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
| 08:18 Bedford | 4h55 | 13:13 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Plymouth
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Trains from Bedford to Plymouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink from Bedford to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink trains will get you between Bedford and Plymouth from £25. 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 Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Plymouth
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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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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