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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
106 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
To travel from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford you need to make at least one change.

06:421h56
Newark-on-Trent08:38Bedford
£471One-way
1 change

07:141h55
Newark-on-Trent09:09Bedford
£471One-way
1 change

15:042h19
Newark-on-Trent17:23Bedford
£541One-way
1 change

07:141h55
Newark-on-Trent09:09Bedford
£471One-way
1 change

06:421h56
Newark-on-Trent08:38Bedford
£471One-way
1 change

15:042h19
Newark-on-Trent17:23Bedford
£541One-way
1 change
Live departures
Newark-on-Trent to Bedford train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 09:11
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:42 Newark-on-Trent | 1h56 | 08:38 Bedford | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:14 Newark-on-Trent | 1h55 | 09:09 Bedford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford
Trains from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 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 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 21:15 |
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 Newark-on-Trent to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Newark-on-Trent and Bedford from £32. 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
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£32
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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£47
east_midlands_trains frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Newark-on-Trent to Bedford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.

Booking trains from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
The train distance from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford is 106 km.
The train journey from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 2h 3m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The first train from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford leaves at 4:13.
The cheapest way to get from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £32.
The train station in Newark-on-Trent that goes to Bedford is Newark Northgate (NNG), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
Yes, you can take the train from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.
To travel from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford, you can take a train.
The last train from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford departs at 21:15.
Trains from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.
There is no night train service from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark-on-Trent and Bedford
Newark-on-Trent
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Newark-on-Trent is Newark Castle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newark Castle for your trip from Newark-on-Trent to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:15 Saturday 07:15 - 16:15 Sunday Closed *Coronavirus Changes* The ticket office is currently open 0600 - 1400 Monday - Friday and 0800 - 1600 on Saturday.
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Access between platforms is via a level crossing which has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not at the edge of platform 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: In ticket office.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Rear of Nottingham bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
Public transport options for Newark Castle
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station car park.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: North Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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 and between Platforms 2 and 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platform 2/3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platforms 2/3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Costa Waiting Room Mon-Sat 05:30 - 19:00. Sun 09:00 - 1900 South Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:30 Sun 09:00 -23:30 Platform 2/3 North and South Waiting Rooms Mon - Sat 05:30 - 18:00 Sun 09:00 - 18:00 Middle Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:00 Sun 09:00 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: south end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newark Northgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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 Newark-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
information
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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