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L80217+
W45549+
C1110212:224h02Bournemouth station (BMH)16:24Bedford station (BDM)£261One-way2 changes- L80079+
C41902+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International11:593h26Bournemouth station (BMH)15:25Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes - L80217+C41905+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International12:223h33Bournemouth station (BMH)15:55Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes
- L80087+C41908+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International12:593h27Bournemouth station (BMH)16:26Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes
- L80227+C41912+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International13:223h35Bournemouth station (BMH)16:57Bedford station (BDM)£611One-way2 changes
- L80079+C41902+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International11:593h26Bournemouth station (BMH)15:25Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes
- L80087+C41908+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International12:593h27Bournemouth station (BMH)16:26Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes
- L80217+C41905+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International12:223h33Bournemouth station (BMH)15:55Bedford station (BDM)£511One-way2 changes
- L80227+C41912+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International13:223h35Bournemouth station (BMH)16:57Bedford station (BDM)£611One-way2 changes
G00887+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45415+
W3449813:453h39Bournemouth station (BMH)17:24Bedford station (BDM)£901One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 185 km
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3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| L80079+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+C41902 | 11:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h26 | 15:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| L80217+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+C41905 | 12:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h33 | 15:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| L80217+C11102+W45549 | 12:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h02 | 16:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| L80087+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+C41908 | 12:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h27 | 16:26 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| L80227+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+C41912 | 13:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h35 | 16:57 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| G00887+W34498+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45415 | 13:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h39 | 17:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Bedford
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Trains from Bournemouth to Bedford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 3:15 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Bedford trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Bedford from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Bedford
Most Bournemouth to Bedford trains use the Bournemouth to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Bedford station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
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.
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