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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Bedford will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Bedford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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 Milton Keynes to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 22 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Milton Keynes to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:50 Milton Keynes | 1h02 | 05:52 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:35 Milton Keynes | 0h54 | 09:29 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Milton Keynes | 0h59 | 10:29 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:35 Milton Keynes | 0h54 | 12:29 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Bedford
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 54m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Thameslink, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford trainsThameslink, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Bedford from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Bedford
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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 accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
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Lost 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- 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 available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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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