The cheapest and fastest trains from Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM)
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- £8
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- £13
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 21 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 21 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kettering station (KET) 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 Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 12 Nov, we found 11 trains from Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM), including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
C042208:47 0h23 Kettering station (KET) 9:10 Bedford station (BDM) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C042249:48 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 10:09 Bedford station (BDM) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C0422910:19 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 10:40 Bedford station (BDM) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C0423210:48 0h22 Kettering station (KET) 11:10 Bedford station (BDM) £9 1 One-way 0 changes
C042229:19 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 9:40 Bedford station (BDM) £9 1 One-way 0 changes
C0423511:19 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 11:40 Bedford station (BDM) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
C042249:48 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 10:09 Bedford station (BDM) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C0422910:19 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 10:40 Bedford station (BDM) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C042229:19 0h21 Kettering station (KET) 9:40 Bedford station (BDM) £9 1 One-way 0 changes
C042086:47 0h22 Kettering station (KET) 7:09 Bedford station (BDM) £18 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM)
Trains from Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 18m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 20:50 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) trip
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Live departures
Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for today, Wednesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04253 | 14:14 Kettering station (KET) | 0h26 | 14:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04254 | 14:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 15:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04258 | 15:19 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 15:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04260 | 15:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h22 | 16:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04263 | 16:18 Kettering station (KET) | 0h22 | 16:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04264 | 16:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 17:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70747 | 17:08 Kettering station (KET) | 0h18 | 17:26 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04267 | 17:16 Kettering station (KET) | 0h24 | 17:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04268 | 17:48 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 18:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04270 | 18:14 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 18:35 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04273 | 18:47 Kettering station (KET) | 0h21 | 19:08 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04275 | 19:18 Kettering station (KET) | 0h22 | 19:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Kettering station (KET) and Bedford station (BDM)
Most Kettering station (KET) to Bedford station (BDM) trains use the Kettering to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Kettering station (KET) and Bedford station (BDM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Kettering from Kettering city centre
Kettering train station facilities and services
Kettering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kettering.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kettering.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kettering: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kettering: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kettering: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, 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.
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.
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