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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Reading
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Reading will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Reading 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 83 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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 Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Reading trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:13 Bedford | 2h38 | 05:51 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Reading
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Trains from Bedford to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Reading trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and Reading from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Flights from Birmingham to Belfast
It only takes an hour or so to reach Belfast from Birmingham by plane. Direct flights leave Birmingham Airport several times a day on most days of the week, departing for both Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport. You can catch a flight as early in the morning as 6:00 a.m., with services often running until 9:00 p.m. at night.
Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Belfast?
easyJet is the preferred option for many travellers visiting Belfast as flights are direct, frequent and inexpensive. Another budget-friendly carrier offering regular direct flights is Flybe. Multi-stop flights are also available from carriers such as KLM, Condor, iberia and British Airways.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Belfast?
When flying along this route it feels like you're landing as soon as you've taken off. The quickest flights from Birmingham to Belfast, provided by easyJet, take just one hour. Other carriers offer direct flights that take on average one hour and 5 minutes in good conditions, assuming there's no unexpected issue with the weather.
How many flights are there from Birmingham to Belfast?
You can find a direct flight to Belfast from Birmingham at least four days a week on average and usually more frequently. At many times of year, flights are available seven days a week. EasyJet flies this route several times a week at least, offering early morning and late night flights that conveniently fit around work schedules.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Birmingham to Belfast?
Departure airport: Birmingham Airport (BHX) is conveniently located just 5.5 miles outside Birmingham city centre. It's therefore easily reachable by car, bus, train or even bike. The airport has all the amenities of larger international airports, including onsite parking, shops and restaurants and Express Lane security.
Arrival airports:George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Belfast International Airport (BFS) at Aldergrove. Belfast City is small but central, just three miles from the heart of the city. Belfast International is larger and a little further out (around 13 miles). Both airports are easy to reach from the city centre thanks to dedicated bus services and both also have plenty of shopping and dining options.
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FAQs: Bedford to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Reading
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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
Information Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- 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
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the Medbourne Road car park, by the path leading to the platform. Please check the direction of travel before boarding.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- 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 and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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