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W70689 · C04231
10:120h58
Leicester station (LEI)
11:10Bedford station (BDM)
£231One-way
1 change
C21524 · C04226
9:120h58
Leicester station (LEI)
10:10Bedford station (BDM)
£231One-way
1 change
W70679 · C04219
8:120h58
Leicester station (LEI)
9:10Bedford station (BDM)
£231One-way
1 change
W70686 · C04227
9:430h56
Leicester station (LEI)
10:39Bedford station (BDM)
£321One-way
1 change
C21523 · C04221
8:430h57
Leicester station (LEI)
9:40Bedford station (BDM)
£321One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Bedford

The cheapest option from Leicester to Bedford is train, with an average price of £25. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Bedford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 72 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£27 Average Price	£25 Average Price Cheapest option
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest option 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leicester to Bedford train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Bedford trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W70750 · C04201	On time 4:48 Leicester station (LEI)	1h18	6:06 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70666 · C04203	On time 5:47 Leicester station (LEI)	0h53	6:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21689 · C04208	On time 6:10 Leicester station (LEI)	0h59	7:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70669 · C04209	On time 6:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h56	7:39 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21684 · C04212	On time 7:13 Leicester station (LEI)	0h56	8:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70675 · C04215	On time 7:45 Leicester station (LEI)	0h53	8:38 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70677 · C04220	On time 8:13 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	9:10 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70680 · C04222	On time 8:42 Leicester station (LEI)	0h58	9:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70683 · C04224	On time 9:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	10:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70685 · C04229	On time 9:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	10:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70688 · C04232	On time 10:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h58	11:10 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70691 · C04235	On time 10:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	11:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70694 · C04238	On time 11:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	12:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70697 · C04239	On time 11:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	12:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70700 · C04243	On time 12:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	13:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21671 · C04247	On time 12:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	13:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21673 · C04248	On time 13:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h58	14:10 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70710 · C04253	On time 13:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	14:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21688 · C04254	On time 14:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	15:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70715 · C04258	On time 14:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	15:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70717 · C04260	On time 15:13 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	16:10 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70720 · C04263	On time 15:43 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	16:40 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21692 · C04264	On time 16:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	17:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
W70747	On time 16:45 Leicester station (LEI)	0h41	17:26 Bedford station (BDM)	0 changesdirect
W70725 · C04268	On time 17:12 Leicester station (LEI)	0h57	18:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Bedford

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Leicester to Bedford, including 1 direct trains, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 40m.

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

72 km

Average train duration

45m

Lowest ticket price

£14

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

40m

First train

4:43

Last train

23:49

Cheapest Month

Jun

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

6 days

Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Bedford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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

40m

Cheapest Price

£14

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

Learn more about East Midlands Railway

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

40m

Cheapest Price

£22

east_midlands_trains frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Bedford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 train distance from Leicester to Bedford is 72 km.

The first train from Leicester to Bedford leaves at 4:43.

The last train from Leicester to Bedford departs at 23:49.

Trains from Leicester to Bedford run approximately 8 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Bedford.

Yes, there is a direct train between Leicester and Bedford. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains.

To get from Leicester to Bedford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Leicester to Bedford.

The train station in Leicester that goes to Bedford is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).

Booking trains from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, showcasing the English countryside with its rolling fields and occasional small villages, making parts of the trip quite scenic.

To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.

Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Bedford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Bedford

Most Leicester to Bedford trains use the Leicester to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester

Arrival train stations in Bedford

Which Leicester station do trains to Bedford leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Bedford leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.

LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min

16 · 7m · every ~6 min

Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min

Leicester train station facilities and services

Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leicester.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.

More about Leicester

Which Bedford station do trains from Leicester arrive at?

Trains from Leicester to Bedford most often arrive at Bedford. Some services arrive at Bedford St Johns, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bedford arrival station.

BedfordBedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS Wifi

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.