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Compare coach and train for Blackpool to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 255 km
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5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Bedford
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Trains from Blackpool to Bedford run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £45
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 3:14 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £45
FAQs: Blackpool to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Bedford 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 Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Blackpool to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £95.
The train journey from Blackpool to Bedford covers a distance of 255 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 23 per day.
The train distance from Blackpool to Bedford is 255 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Bedford leaves at 3:14.
The last train from Blackpool to Bedford departs at 20:30.
Trains from Blackpool to Bedford run approximately 23 times per day.
To get from Blackpool to Bedford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Bedford.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Bedford is Blackpool North (BPN), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Bedford is by coach, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Blackpool to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Blackpool to Bedford offers varied scenery, starting with views of the coastline and transitioning into rolling countryside and urban landscapes as you travel south.
A day trip from Blackpool to Bedford is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 54m each way. However, there are 16 train trips available per day. The distance is 255 km.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Blackpool to Bedford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Bedford
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Bedford
The major train station for departures in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your trip from Blackpool to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Layton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your journey to Bedford from Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
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Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- 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 Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Bedford St Johns
- 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.
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