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W70669 · C04209
6:101h29
Nottingham station (NOT)
7:39Bedford station (BDM)
£621One-way
1 change
C21684 · C04212
6:461h23
Nottingham station (NOT)
8:09Bedford station (BDM)
£891One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Bedford

The cheapest option from Nottingham to Bedford is train, with an average price of £28. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Nottingham 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: 102 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£32 Average Price	£28 Average Price Cheapest option
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Live departures

Nottingham to Bedford train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W70669 · C04209	6:10 Nottingham station (NOT)	1h29	7:39 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
C21684 · C04212	6:46 Nottingham station (NOT)	1h23	8:09 Bedford station (BDM)	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Bedford

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Nottingham to Bedford, including direct trains, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 15m.

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

102 km

Average train duration

1h 15m

Lowest ticket price

£21

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 15m

First train

4:48

Last train

23:49

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Bedford from £21. 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

1h 15m

Cheapest Price

£21

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

1h 13m

Cheapest Price

£31

east_midlands_trains frequency

25 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Bedford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Bedford is 102 km.

The first train from Nottingham to Bedford leaves at 4:48.

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

Trains from Nottingham to Bedford run approximately 7 times per day.

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

Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Bedford. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains.

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

There is no night train service from Nottingham to Bedford.

The train station in Nottingham that goes to Bedford is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).

Booking trains from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, including fields and small villages, as well as glimpses of industrial and suburban landscapes.

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 Nottingham to Bedford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Bedford

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

Departure train stations in Nottingham

Arrival train stations in Bedford

Which Nottingham station do trains to Bedford leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Bedford leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.

NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min

48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min

Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min

20 · 10m

TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 Nottingham

Which Bedford station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?

Trains from Nottingham 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.