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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Bedford station (BDM) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
9:003h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:25Bedford station (BDM)£621One-way0 changes- 8:003h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Bedford station (BDM)£651One-way0 changes
- 9:003h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:25Bedford station (BDM)£621One-way0 changes
- 8:003h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Bedford station (BDM)£651One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 163 km
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£53 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 11:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 12:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 15:38. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 15:38 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Bedford station (BDM) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) 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 station (BDM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Bedford station (BDM)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Bedford station (BDM) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Bedford station (BDM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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.
Most popular train connections from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most popular trains to and from Bedford station (BDM) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most popular train connections to Bedford station (BDM)
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