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Compare coach and train for Bradford to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 204 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Bedford
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Trains from Bradford to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 2:15 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Bradford to Bedford trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford and Bedford from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bradford to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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 Bradford and Bedford
Most Bradford to Bedford trains use the Bradford Interchange to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bradford station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, 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: Yes.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bedford station do trains from Bradford 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.
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.
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