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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Bedford station (BDM) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £54.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 11:22 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:19, the last at 14:54. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 09:19 |
Last train 14:54 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bedford station (BDM) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bedford station (BDM)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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