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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Bedford
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Trains from Grimsby to Bedford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 3h 28m.
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 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:56 |
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, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Grimsby to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Grimsby and Bedford from £93. 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
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£93
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£179
first_transpennine_express frequency
15 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 43m
Cheapest Price
£68
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Grimsby to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Grimsby to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £93, while the average price tends to be around £93.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
The train journey from Grimsby to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring stretches of countryside, small towns, and agricultural fields, which some passengers may find scenic.
To travel from Grimsby to Bedford, you can take a train.
A day trip from Grimsby to Bedford is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 28m. However, there are 3 trips per day by train.
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £93.
Booking trains from Grimsby to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Grimsby to Bedford is 161 km.
The train journey from Grimsby to Bedford covers a distance of 161 km and takes approximately 3h 28m. Trains run 3 per day.
The last train from Grimsby to Bedford departs at 19:56.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Bedford is Grimsby Town (GMB), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The first train from Grimsby to Bedford leaves at 5:07.
Trains from Grimsby to Bedford run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Grimsby to Bedford.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Grimsby to Bedford.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Bedford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Bedford
Grimsby
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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 Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
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
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