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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Bedford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Bedford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Derby for Bedford 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 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
03:471h53
Derby05:40Bedford
£401One-way
0 changes
03:471h53
Derby05:40Bedford
£401One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Bedford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y07019 · Y06935 · Y07309 | On time 05:30 Derby station (DBY) | 1h39 | 07:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07023 · Y06936 · Y07313 | On time 06:02 Derby station (DBY) | 1h37 | 07:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07027 · Y06941 · Y07315 | On time 06:28 Derby station (DBY) | 1h41 | 08:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07031 · Y06943 · Y07318 | On time 07:05 Derby station (DBY) | 1h33 | 08:38 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07034 · Y06945 · Y07321 | On time 07:33 Derby station (DBY) | 1h36 | 09:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07036 · Y06948 · Y07324 | On time 08:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1h34 | 09:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07040 · Y06951 · Y07326 | On time 08:32 Derby station (DBY) | 1h38 | 10:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y07043 · Y06953 · Y07330 | On time 09:09 Derby station (DBY) | 1h31 | 10:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 03:48 |
Last train 23:46 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Derby to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and Bedford from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£20
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£38
east_midlands_trains frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Derby to Bedford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby to Bedford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Bedford.
The train distance from Derby to Bedford is 111 km.
Booking trains from Derby 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 Derby to Bedford covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 1h 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Derby to Bedford leaves at 3:48.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £20.
The last train from Derby to Bedford departs at 23:46.
The train station in Derby that goes to Bedford is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Bedford.
Trains from Derby to Bedford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Derby and Bedford. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby to Bedford.
There is no night train service from Derby to Bedford.
To get from Derby to Bedford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Bedford
Derby
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Spondon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
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 Derby.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar 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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