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Compare train and coach for Newport to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 184 km
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3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newport to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Bedford trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 10:34 Newport | 3h21 | 13:55 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Bedford
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Trains from Newport to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:14, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 2:14 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newport to Bedford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newport and Bedford from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newport to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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 Newport and Bedford
Most Newport to Bedford trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Newport and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newport station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Which Bedford station do trains from Newport arrive at?
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.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: 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.
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