7:013h18Bedford10:19York£1031One-way3 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bedford to York
The cheapest option from Bedford to York is coach, with an average price of £45. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bedford to York among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 207 km
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£101 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bedford to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to York trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:09 Bedford | 3h22 | 13:31 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:12 Bedford | 3h13 | 14:25 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Bedford | 3h27 | 16:22 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:55 Bedford | 3h27 | 17:22 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:55 Bedford | 3h20 | 18:15 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:55 Bedford | 3h25 | 19:20 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:55 Bedford | 3h15 | 20:10 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:55 Bedford | 3h28 | 21:23 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 23:14 Bedford | 9h18 | 8:32 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 23:59 Bedford | 8h38 | 8:37 York | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bedford to York by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bedford to York.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to York
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Bedford to York, including direct trains, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Lowest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 4:13 |
Last train 21:18 |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to York trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and York from £43. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and York
Most Bedford to York trains use the Bedford to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to York 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 York station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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